Head Accountant

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and financial transactions of the organization.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and properly documented.
• Develop and monitor accounting procedures and internal financial controls.
• Prepare budgets, financial forecasts, and periodic management reports.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, income, and financial performance.
• Review financial records and investigate discrepancies or unusual transactions.
• Ensure timely preparation and filing of tax returns and other statutory financial obligations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide required financial documentation.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate accounting staff to ensure effective performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management to support business decisions.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, suppliers, and other financial stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential accounting records.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting systems, and financial controls.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience, including supervisory or managerial experience.
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian tax and statutory requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professionalism.