Accountant at Samovic Homes and Properties Limited

Job Summary

• We are looking to hire a prompt, analytical, honest, detail-oriented, and professional to succeed in this role.
• The ideal candidate should have excellent presentation skills with the ability to successfully communicate complex quantitative data to decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Handling all accounts payable and receivable.
• Preparation of financial reports, and financial statements for the organization as well as its clients.
• Reconciling financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Willingness to improve knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and multi-jurisdiction tax laws
• Display proficiency in working with relevant accounting software
• Filing and remitting taxes and other financial obligations.
• Recording transactions, payments, and expenses, and processing invoices.
• Communicating effectively with cash and billing staff across branches to ensure timely remittance of cash.
• Any other duties may be assigned
• Handling queries related to accounts and preparing error-free accounting reports.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address and resolve payroll-related discrepancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 3 years of working experience as an Accountant.
• Knowledge of Nigerian labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Superb attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Solid proficiency in MS Suits and accounting ERP systems.
• Strong analytical skills. Should be able to identify abnormalities in data and resolve them quickly and effectively.
• Impeccable character and integrity
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Intermediate use of Microsoft Office - Excel, Word PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with computers and accounting applications/software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sales competencies.
• Ability to work in a goal-oriented environment.
• Degree in Accounting.