Accountant at Viva Cinemas

VIVA Cinemas Limited is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our team in Ibadan, Oyo State. As an Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, adherence to internal controls, and the development of financial policies and procedures to support our mission of "building effective partnerships" and delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and prepare financial statements and accounting reports for VIVA Cinemas and Amusement Park, including Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Account entries on a daily basis.
• Conduct budgeting and variance analysis weekly (Tuesday) to monitor financial performance.
• Vet and develop guidelines for financial document maintenance and reconciliation, including expenditures, allotments, receipts, and encumbrances.
• Design, revise, and implement accounting systems and procedures in line with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Conduct surveys to recommend improvements and changes to enhance accounting efficiency.
• Review budgets and prepare related budget documents as required by management.
• Design cost classification processes and assign cost classifications to expenditures.
• Analyze direct and indirect costs to determine operational expenses accurately.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and handle correspondence related to financial tasks.
• Manage third-party contract payments and other necessary financial transactions.
• Prepare salary, wages, and tax-related documents for vetting and approval.
• Handle pension, tax, withholding tax (WHT), value-added tax (VAT), and other tax matters.
• Reconcile bank statements and post transactions on the Vista systems daily.
• Manage accounting entries, external relationships, and meetings with banks and tax authorities.
• Raise purchase orders for foreign suppliers and compute Film Hire for both calendar and cinema daily.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as an Accountant, preferably in the entertainment or hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Join our dynamic team at VIVA Cinemas Limited and contribute to our success in delivering exceptional entertainment experiences. Apply now with your updated resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.

Experience & Qualifications: 

• Previous experience in a middle to senior finance/accounting role in a in a corporate environment including risk management
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories, principles, methods, practices, and terminology in a multidisciplinary and multi-functional environment.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures and routine office supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of the application of data processing and terminology as it applies to maintaining financial control and accounting records.
• Knowledge of techniques commonly used in locating errors in accounting records.
• Knowledge of generally accepted auditing principles, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and cost funding procedures.
• Ability to collect and organize accounting data, interpret its significance, and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Ability to present accounting data in a clear and understandable manner to both technical and non- technical users.
• Ability to solve difficult and complex accounting and related financial problems.
• Ability to analyse and recommend improvements in accounting systems.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Computer literacy (MS Office suite – Word, Excel, Power Point, etc)
• Excellent working knowledge of accounting systems (Access Dimensions, SAGE, Microsoft etc.)
  • Performing any other duties as required by the Line Manager.