Accountant - Elizabeth Maddeux, Lagos

Our client, an FMCG manufacturing company in Abuja, is seeking an experienced Accountant. The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, statutory compliance, and timely financial reporting. The role supports management decision-making through strong financial controls, cost management, and compliance with Nigerian accounting and tax regulations. Key Responsibilities: Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.

• Ensure accurate posting, reconciliation, and closure of monthly and annual accounts.

• Maintain the general ledger and supervise journal entries and adjustments.

• Support preparation of annual financial statements in line with accounting standards.

Cost & Manufacturing Accounting

• Monitor production costs, overheads, and cost allocations.

• Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard costs.

• Work closely with Production and Warehouse teams on inventory valuation and cost control.

• Ensure accurate recording of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and review VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.

• Ensure timely filing and remittance to relevant authorities (FIRS, State IRS, etc.).

• Support tax audits and statutory inspections.

Controls, Audit & Risk Management

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies.

• Coordinate internal and external audit processes.

• Review financial processes and recommend improvements to reduce risk and inefficiencies.

Supervision & Support

• Supervise Junior Accountants and Accounts Officers.

• Review work outputs for accuracy and completeness.

• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to finance team members.

Reporting & Business Support

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital.

• Support budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.

• Provide financial analysis and reports to management as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of monthly financial reports.

• Accuracy of general ledger and reconciliations.

• Cost variance and cost control effectiveness.

• Compliance with tax filings and statutory deadlines.

• Audit findings and resolution rate.

• Inventory valuation accuracy.

• Working capital and cash flow management.

• Team productivity and error reduction.

Required Qualifications: & Experience