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Senior Accountant
Owens and Xley
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 2 months ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
We are looking for a qualified candidate to fill this position.
Position Overview:
- We are seeking detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountants to manage day-to-day financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support management in decision-making.
- The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting, with 5 to 10 years on Job.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with accounting standards.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Handle accounts payable and receivable; process vendor invoices and staff claims.
- Perform regular bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Monitor inventory, costing, and fixed assets for accuracy (especially in manufacturing and construction).
- Prepare and file statutory returns (VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension, etc.) in compliance with Nigerian tax laws.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support management decisions.
- Support both internal and external audits by providing required schedules and explanations.
- Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.
- Perform any other finance-related duties as assigned by management.
Requirements:
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting from a reputable institution.
- 5 - 7 years of relevant hands-on accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and statutory deductions.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems).
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must reside on Lagos Island or environs.
- Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or in view) is an added advantage.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables dashboards financial models)
- Strong proficiency in accounting software (Sage QuickBooks).