• Application Deadline: Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• City Ikeja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Purpose

• In this position, you will be responsible for managing all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.


• The accountant will provide accurate quantitative information on the financial position, liquidity and cash flows of the business, while ensuring compliance with all tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile account balances and bank statements, maintain the general ledger and prepare month-end close procedures.


• Verify, allocate post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.


• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.


• Analyse financial information and summarize financial status.


• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.


• Preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial and management reports.


• Ensure monthly close including delivery of management accounts and board package.


• Provide technical support and advice on the Management accounts.


• Prepare profitability reports and provide analytical support to key functions including the Sales team, Marketing team, and Service Centre.


• Prepare profitability reports and provide analytical support to key functions including the Sales team, Marketing team, and Service Centre.


• Prepare a monthly payroll schedule with journals for postings and payment.


• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures


• Manage and supervise account assistants and bookkeepers.


• Participate in financial standards setting and forecast process.


• Provide input into the department’s goal-setting process.


• Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule


• Management of corporate tax responsibilities and assist with tax audits and tax returns and other regulatory returns.


• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance.


• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles.


• Liaise with the Financial Controller to improve financial reporting procedures.


• Liaise with the Financial Controller to prepare company budget and ensure budgets are strictly complied with.


• Liaise with the Financial Controller to develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field. Professional Qualifications such as ICAN, and ACCA is an added advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)


• Hands-on experience with accounting software


• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookup and pivot tables


• Experience with general ledger functions


• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.