Accountant

Overview

Responsibilities

• Financial Management:
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including ledgers and journals
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting
• Reconcile bank statements and accounts regularly.
• Compliance & Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and tax regulations
• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, and other statutory returns
• Support internal and external audits and respond to audit queries
• Maintain proper documentation for regulatory and compliance purposes.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable:
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and on time
• Manage credit control and follow up on outstanding debts
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
• Advisory & Support:
• Provide financial insights and reports to management
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
• Support business planning and financial decision-making.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
• Compliance with statutory deadlines
• Effective cash flow management
• Reduction in errors and audit issues.
• Person Specification
• Essential Criteria

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fields
• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role
• Experience preparing financial statements and managing reconciliations
• Familiarity with tax compliance and statutory reporting.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills.,
• Personal Attributes:
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Problem-solving and proactive mindset.
• Desirable Criteria:
• Experience within sales, distrubion and marketing company
• Knowledge of Nigerian accounting and tax regulation.