Accountant
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Job summary
Okazi Finance Limited is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical accountant to oversee the company's financial operations, maintain accurate financial records, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide timely financial information to support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic financial services environment.
Min Qualification:
Degree
Experience Level:
Mid level
Experience Length:
3 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Lagos, Nigeria
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and financial documentation.
- Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
- Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of financial records and supporting documents.
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Generate financial reports to support management decision-making.
- Analyse financial data and provide insights on business performance.
- Monitor income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and cash flow.
Regulatory Compliance & Tax Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
- Prepare and remit taxes, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other statutory obligations.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and tax authorities when required.
- Support internal and external audit activities.
Budgeting & Financial Planning:
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and report variances.
- Support management in financial planning and cost-control initiatives.
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
- Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up where necessary.
- Reconcile customer and vendor accounts regularly.
Internal Controls & Risk Management:
- Implement and maintain effective financial controls and procedures.
- Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Ensure adherence to company policies and accounting best practices.
- Support fraud prevention and financial risk monitoring initiatives.
Payroll Administration:
- Assist with payroll processing and salary reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate computation and remittance of statutory deductions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a financial services, fintech, microfinance, or lending institution.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Accounting and bookkeeping expertise
- Taxation and regulatory compliance
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools
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