Accountant at Metro and Castle

Location: Ajah, Lagos

Job Description

• The Accountant is responsible for performing and coordinating accounting activities in the Organization.
• The Accountant's responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Collecting, interpreting, and reviewing financial information
• Reviewing, monitoring, and managing budgets
• Producing financial reports related to budgets, account payables, account receivables, expenses etc.
• Developing long-term business plans based on these reports
• Developing strategies that work to minimize financial risk
• Predicting and analyzing future financial industry trends

Requirements

• B.Sc in Accounting or similar field
• At least 3 years vast Accounting Experience especiallyin the Retail Industry
• Professional Certification with ACCA or ICAN
• Proficient usage of SAGE 50 and SAGE 200 Accounting software

The Preferred Candidate should possess the following skills:

• Communication and Problem-Solving Skills
• Strategic Thinking and an analytical mind
• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships
• Commercial and business awareness
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal
• Keen attention to details.