• Application Deadline: Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Senior Accountant (Certified)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 6 - 8 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  


• Salary Range ₦400,000 - ₦500,000/month
  

Job brief

We are looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.

Accountant responsibilities include auditing financial documents and procedures, reconciling bank statements, and calculating tax payments and returns. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes.

Ultimately, you will provide us with accurate quantitative information on our business's Financial position, liquidity, and cash flows, while ensuring we’re compliant with all tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Tracking payments to internal and external stakeholders


• Preparing budget forecasts


• Processing tax payments and returns


• Manage all accounting transactions


• Prepare budget forecasts


• Publish financial statements on time


• Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closings


• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable


• Ensure timely bank payments


• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns


• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements


• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity


• Audit financial transactions and documents


• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary


• Comply with financial policies and regulations

Requirements and skills

• Work experience as an Accountant


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


• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks


• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables


• Experience with general ledger functions


• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills


• BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant


• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus