• Application Deadline: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Management Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Our client, a leading educational institution in Nigeria, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Management Accountant. 

The role holder will be responsible for analysing key financial information to provide insights that will aid in managerial planning and commercial decision-making, ensuring the future growth and profitability of the school.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and managing budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial plans


• Analysing financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements


• Preparing monthly management reports, tracking financial performance against budget


• Ensuring accurate records of all payments and maintaining the debtor’s register


• Performing month-end accounting, including reconciliations and journals


• Conducting variance analysis comparing actual results to the budget and forecasts for each profit and cost centre


• Analysing and advising on the school's current and future expenditures for maximum ROI and project performance


• Developing, proposing, and implementing school-wide plans to reduce financial risks and lower costs


• Analysing trends and financial performance across business units/schools/departments


• Proactively liaising with other departments and participating in systems and process improvement initiative


• Participating in project audits

Person Specifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field


• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a management accountant, or related accounting experience


• Proficiency in using accounting software e.g. Sage


• SIMS and FMS experience will be an added advantage


• Experience in the education sector is preferred


• Strong knowledge of knowledge of accounting principles and standards


• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills