Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accountant to manage financial reporting, general ledger activities, payroll, and compliance functions across our operations. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and adherence to statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow)
  
• Ensure timely month-end closing (by 5th working day)
  
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger
  
• Perform bank and intercompany reconciliations
  
• Post monthly adjustments
  

2. Financial Accounting Operations

• Ensure accurate daily postings of transactions (payments, receipts, invoices, petty cash)
  
• Maintain accurate records of payables and receivables
  
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial schedules and reports
  
• Manage fixed asset register and reporting
  
• Oversee inventory records and conduct monthly stock counts
  
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of all financial records
  

3. Compliance & Statutory Obligations

• Ensure timely filing and payment of statutory deductions (VAT, WHT, PAYE, ITF, NSITF)
  
• Maintain proper documentation for audit and regulatory purposes
  
• Ensures proper coordination of statutory and regulatory audits
  

4. Payroll Management

• Ensures accurate monthly payroll process 
  
• Monitor staff attendance records for payroll accuracy
  
• Ensure timely salary payments and distribution of payslips
  

5. Procurement & Accounts Payable

• Maintain vendor database and pricing records
  
• Support procurement processes and supplier management
  
• Monitor stock levels and re-order thresholds
  
• Ensure proper documentation of all purchase transactions
  

Ideal candidates should demonstrate a sound understanding of accounting and finance principles Must have excellent EXCEL skills and be able to communicate and negotiate with various stakeholders.

·       Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 1st Class or minimum 2-1 or relevant discipline.

·       ACA or equivalent qualification

·       At least 7 years post qualification experience

·       Must be proficient in EXCEL, and Accounting software

.        Ability to lead Tax audit and engage with tax officials

·       Experience in commercial finance is advantageous.

·       Excellent industry knowledge and a willingness to keep up with trends.

·       Superb written and verbal communication skills.

·       Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·       Deadline-driven and committed to excellence.

Key Competencies

• Strong organizational and reporting skills
  
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
  
• Strong stakeholders management (both internal and external)
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills
  

• Competitive salary (based on Industry)
  
• Professional work environment
  
• Opportunities for growth and development