Accountant at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our dynamic team in Lagos. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, statutory compliance, and timely financial reporting. This 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, work-in-progress, 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 to support management decision-making