• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Accountant


• Job Type Remote


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Not specified


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

About the role

The Senior Accountant will work with the Head of Finance for Nigeria. This will be a permanent role that will involve accounting, reporting as well as ensuring adherence to internal controls and statutory compliance. The Senior Accountant should also be someone with an interest in FP&A who is willing to learn how to work with growth models, analyse financial statements, forecast and budget.

Here are some things you'll do

• Perform accounting functions including, but not limited to, verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions with a good understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with accompanying schedules, verify accuracy of all statements and maintain the integrity of balance sheet balances and inflow/outflow systems.


• Maintain all  general ledgers and  related accounts with proper documentation and records of all transactions; review of entries to the general ledger to assure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and established accounting principles.


• Assist with setting up accounting books and procedures for new countries as the business expands.


• Ensure statutory reports such as CBN related reports and other regulatory reports are prepared and filed in time.


• Coordinate annual external audits and prepare assigned schedules for the annual & interim audits.

Minimum Requirements

• A finance-related degree, with ICAN/ACCA as an added advantage.


• A minimum of 5 years  accounting experience, preferably  working in the financial service industry


• Self-motivated, results focused and creative


• Accurate with precise attention to detail

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with accounting software (Netsuite, QuickBooks, Oracle)


• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of tools like SQL and Power BI is an advantage.


• Methodical approach and problem-solving skills


• Able to work with tight deadlines and in a startup environment