• Application Deadline:
• Position: Management Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Summary

• We are currently seeking an experienced, and thorough Management Accountant to join our organization.


• In this role, you will demonstrate your management skills and accounting expertise in a variety of personal and corporate accounting practices, including overseeing payables, receivables, inventory, payroll and taxes.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Perform financial analysis and report to the Head, Finance and Accounts as needed.


• Perform month-end accounting activities such as ledger reconciliations and journal entries.


• Coordinate with the finance team to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.


• Generate financial reports and statements to the Head, Finance and Accounts for review.


• Analyze financial discrepancies and recommend effective resolutions.


• Monitor expenditures, analyze revenues and determine budget variances and report the same to management.


• Ensure compliance with key Accounts and Financial functions in line with internal Period End Closure checklists.


• Respond to accounting inquiries from management in a timely fashion.


• Provide guidance to other Accountants when needed.


• Assist in budget preparation and expense management activities for assigned accounts.


• Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentation.


• Preparation of periodic accounting reports as well as end-of-year management accounts.


• Input and posting into the computerized accounting systems


• Preparation of Management Accounts schedules.


• Supervision of the bank reconciliation process


• Communicate with all departments in ensuring invoices are approved and signed off.


• Monitor and record financial transactions according to company policies and regulations.


• Review and recommend changes to existing accounting procedures.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of an HND/ University degree and relevant certification(s).


• ACA/ACCA/CIMA is a must. A Master’s degree is an advantage.


• Six or more years related experience and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in management


• In-depth understanding of regulatory policies


• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases


• Expertise working with ERP and financial statements


• Consistent, accurate, and thorough with an eye for details


• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and V-lookups


• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to independently research and resolve tasks with minimal supervision with awareness and motivation to collaborate when necessary.


• Perform highly detailed work with accuracy and precision.


• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment.