ACCOUNTANT

Our client is looking for an ambitious Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. He/she will work with other members of staff to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances. The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the company and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition. This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long-term success.

Accountant: Reporting to the CEO, the Accountant will be primarily responsible for:

• Managing all accounting operations
• Organizing and updating financial records to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Inspecting account books for efficiency and accuracy
• Reconciling bank statements and monthly financial reports
• Auditing and analyzing financial transactions and documents
• Handling monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Reconciling accounts payable and receivable
• Suggesting ways to reduce cost, enhance revenue and improve profit
• Ensuring compliance with government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
• Managing petty cash disbursement, recording, and documentation
• Deliver on other tasks as assigned

Qualifications, Attributes and Skills

• OND in Accounting / Finance or related fields
• 1 – 2 years of working experience in Accounting
• He / She must be able to prepare accounts, budgets and manage all financial information.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal and communication
• Strong mathematical skills

Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae to hiring@lohiconsult.ng using position applied for as subject of the email not later than 2 weeks from the date of this publication.