Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Monitor daily financial transactions (sales, purchases, payments, receipts) and maintain accurate records.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Monitor production costs, raw materials, and overheads to ensure accurate cost accounting.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with taxation, statutory reporting, and other regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities as required.
• Implement and maintain internal control systems for financial transactions.
• Collaborate with management on financial planning, investment, and business strategies.
• Supervise and guide any accounting staff or assistants, if applicable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience, ideally in food production, FMCG, or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of integrity.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Cost control and inventory management
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication and teamwork
• Ethical and professional conduct

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Remuneration: NGN 150,000- 180,000