Lopterra Services Limited – Our client in the energy products industry is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accounting Executive (Audit background)
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking to hire a meticulous and dedicated Accountant with a background in audit to join their team.
- The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring precise financial management and reporting.
- He/she would have a keen eye for detail and strong knowledge of auditing principles, thus contributing to the success and financial well-being of the establishment.
Responsibilities
- Manage all financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll processing.
- Prepare and analyse financial statements, budgets, data and variance reports, offering insights to support strategic decision-making by management.
- Conduct internal audits to assess financial processes and identify area of improvement
- Prepare audit reports, highlight findings, discrepancies and recommended actions
- Conduct monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
- Oversee daily cash flow management, ensuring the availability of sufficient funds for operational needs.
- Coordinate and review all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
- Prepare and file tax returns while ensuring compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
- Assist in financial forecasting and planning to support the organisation’s growth.
- Compute PAYE, VAT taxes, and render returns.
- Prepare monthly payroll.
- Maintain and manage internal controls and financial documents to safeguard assets and maintain financial transparency.
- Keep abreast of financial and auditing regulations as well as industry trends to ensure the implementation of best practices in financial management.
- Update internal systems with financial data.
- Ensure all transactions are captured in the company’s ERP (Peachtree).
- Review and implement financial policies.
Qualifications and Skills
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2 – 3 years of experience as an Accountant.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting & analysis, audit procedures & standards, and taxation.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office applications.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication, analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Membership in a recognized accounting professional body is an advantage.
- Audit Background is important.
Remuneration
₦100,000 – ₦120,000 / Month (Gross)
Application Closing Date
13th February, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
