Accountant at CapitalSage Technology Limited

Job Description

• Manage timely and accurate financial statement reporting and ensure integrity of accounting information, reconciling financial discrepancies.
• Monitor budget performance, offering variance analysis to management.
• Provide insights and recommendations for enhancing financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Develop and uphold internal control policies, ensuring compliance and mitigating financial risks.
• Implement risk management strategies to safeguard financial interests.
• Forecast industry trends and advise leadership accordingly.
• Execute accurate reporting to align with company objectives.
• Document accounting control procedures, identifying and suggesting improvements.
• Process periodic and on-demand reports including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, etc.
• Handle account reconciliations, payment verification, debt updates, and disbursements.
• Conduct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Perform financial analysis and provide recommendations to management.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting, analyzing variances.
• Ensure tax compliance and prepare tax returns to appropriate government agencies.
• Prepare regulatory returns in a timely manner i.e: CBN, NDIC, EFCC etc
• Support internal and external audits.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; ICAN or ACCA certification is an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of experience working as an Accountant within a Microfinance Bank.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory reporting, financial analysis, and accounting software proficiency is required.
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial statements.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite.