• Application Deadline: Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• City Ikeja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Description

• Our client is seeking to hire a trustworthy and proactive candidate in the capacity of an Accountant who will ensure the provision of high-quality financial accounting services that supports efficient management of the company.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare asset, liability and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information


• Document financial transactions by entering account information


• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options


• Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports


• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents


• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures


• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions


• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information


• Secure financial information by completing database backups


• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile transactions


• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results


• Analyze financial information and summarizethe financial status


• Provide technical support and advice on management


• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures


• Participate in financial standards setting and in the forecast process


• Prepare invoices, financial statements and produce budget according to schedule


• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance


• Support month-end and year-end close process


• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls


• Communicate effectively with clients


• Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with Internal and external stake holders


• Communicate with Manager and/or Director on work status and client issues that arise


• Computing taxes.


• Keeping informed about current legislation relating to finance and accounting.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.


• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role


• Deep knowledge of accounting procedures and principles


• ACA or ACCA certification is required


• Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).


• Proven work experience as a Financial Accountant


• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software


• In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures


• Solid knowledge of accounting regulations and practices in Nigeria.


• Attention to detail


• Confidentiality


• Honesty


• Budget preparation and monitoring for the entire company and by the department.


• Excellent written ,oral communication skillsand great networking skills.