Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
  
• Prepare budgets and budget reports, and carry out performance evaluations against set targets.
  
• Assist in the preparation of management reports for informed decision-making.
  
• Participate in periodic stock-taking exercises and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
  
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring correct calculation and timely posting of depreciation.
  
• Support both internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and information.
  
• Ensure the timely and accurate filing of tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  
• Assist in the management of the financial systems across the Chris-Ejik Pharms, linking accounts payable, receivables, capital expenditure, etc., to provide accurate financial statements reflecting the company’s position.
  
• Define and communicate corporate accounting guidelines, including chart of accounts and periodic closing schedules, as well as reporting requirements within the Finance unit
  
• Oversee the compilation and analysis of financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts and documentation of daily business transactions.
  
• Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

• Education: BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Possession of a second degree like an MBA in Finance or an M.Sc. in Finance will be an added advantage.
  
• Minimum of five (5) years working experience within the finance/audit and control department of a corporate organization or professional services organization.
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, etc. are mandatory.
  
• Good and holistic understanding of the business operations' interrelationships and dependencies and the role of the financial control department with respect to these.
  
• Ability to contribute at a strategic level and convert strategy into action.
  
• Knowledgeable in the following key areas:
  
• Financial Management and corporate finance
  
• Budgeting and Planning
  
• Accounting policies and standards
  
• Financial analysis and interpretation
  
• Management Accounting
  
• Tax Management
  
• CBN guidelines and reporting schedule/system requirements
  
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel and several accounting packages like Sage, Tally, Peach Tree etc.
  
• Ability to transmit information effectively, i.e., in clear, unambiguous terms, to employees, management, and other stakeholders to facilitate the achievement of the goals and objectives at all times.