ACCOUNTANT

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the organisation’s financial operations, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the organisation’s day-to-day accounting activities, including budgeting, financial operations, and reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments, accurate invoicing, and proper documentation.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, payment tracking, and periodic management accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, cash flow reports, and other financial reports to support management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, statutory requirements, internal controls, and relevant accounting standards.
• Monitor financial transactions and account balances, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that identified issues are promptly resolved.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing relevant financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial transactions and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of financial information.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen financial controls, and enhance operational efficiency.

Basic Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and basic office tools, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal control procedures.
• Strong numerical, analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity, and ability to meet deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person