Accountant

A top employer is now accepting applications for this role. Job Purpose

• The Accountant will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, preparing financial reports, and supporting financial planning and analysis.

• The role requires strong analytical skills, accuracy, integrity, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Governance:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and quarterly financial reports.

• Support preparation of annual financial statements for audit.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension, NSITF, etc.).

• Support reporting requirements to the Finance & Establishment Committee and Executive Management.

• Assist in implementing financial governance policies aligned with Board directives.

Membership & Revenue Accounting:

• Monitor and reconcile membership dues, subscriptions, and levies.

• Track and reconcile sponsorship income and event revenues.

• Maintain accurate records of receivables and follow up on outstanding payments.

• Provide periodic reports on membership revenue performance and aging analysis.

Event & Program Financial Management:

• Prepare event budgets in collaboration with Events/Programs team.

• Track event income and expenditure.

• Conduct post-event financial reconciliation and reporting.

• Monitor restricted funds or project-specific budgets (if donor-funded programs exist).

Budgeting & Financial Planning:

• Support the preparation of annual organizational budgets.

• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.

• Provide financial data to support advocacy, research, and program initiatives.

• Assist in cash flow forecasting and financial sustainability planning.

Accounts & Internal Controls:

• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.

• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations monthly.

• Ensure proper documentation and filing of all financial transactions.

• Enforce procurement and payment controls.

• Identify areas for strengthening internal controls and efficiency.

Payroll & Administrative Finance Support:

• Process payroll and ensure accurate statutory deductions.

• Maintain staff payroll records and remittance documentation.

• Support HR with financial data for benefits, leave accruals, and staff-related provisions.

Audit & Compliance:

• Coordinate internal and external audit processes.