Lagos ,
11 months ago
We are recruiting for a leading technology-led service and multinational company in the automotive industry with a successful track record of saving cost and optimizing fuel usage for fleet owners.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Senior Accountant who will handle all our accounting operations and the financial activities of our company. As a Senior Accountant, you will oversee the finance department. You will also assist with external and internal audit examinations. You will manage a team of Junior Accountants and collaborate with them to create financial reports and analyze forecasts.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare accurate financial information with the help of inputs from the finance team on time.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying, allocating, posting and entering transactions.
• Prepare error-free accounting reports and their results.
• Conduct account reconciliation regularly on a monthly or quarterly basis.
• Analyze the financial statements for any discrepancies and issues.
Identify errors and take actions for improvement.
• Analyze inter-company transactions, bank statements and generate invoices.
• Review accounting systems and make suggestions for improvements.
• Manage bookkeepers and other accountants.
• Assist in the department’s goal-setting process.
• Provide support in the month-end and year-end closing process.
• Provide support in tax returns and tax audit.
• Plan and assign duties to staff members.
• Manage and maintain general ledgers.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Develop financial procedures to improve efficiency.
• Prepare and summarize all the transaction reports and financial status which includes a balance sheet, profit & loss statement.
• Present financial reportsto higher management and Accountants.
• Stay up to date knowledge of the latest businesstrends
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field.
• 4-5 years proven experience and at least 2 years as a Senior Accountant or Accounting Supervisor.
• ICAN certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Understanding of accounting software like Quickbooks, Tally ERP, etc. • Proficient in MS Excel.
• Strong aptitude for quantitative skills and numbers.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit tax filing and tax compliance pertaining to state and federal level regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and internal controls.
• Excellent at analyzing information and interpret for other departments.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data.
• Hardworking and honest
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical skill