Chartered Accountant at Wendernek Consulting Limited

Responsibilties

• Take charge of the company’s accounting function, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and audit-readiness of all financial records.
• Manage and maintain the accounting system, reconciliations, and data integrity.
• Ensure full compliance with tax and statutory obligations, including accurate and timely filing of VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations and monitor daily transactions, promptly flagging discrepancies or irregularities.
• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with all statutory deductions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and provide variance analysis and actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts, proactively identifying risks and supporting effective financial planning.
• Implement and implement internal control systems covering payments, procurement, inventory, and financial governance.
• Monitor operational costs and financial performance, providing analysis to support pricing, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• A Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g., ICAN, or ACCA) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Experience in the hospitality would be an advantage.
• Excellent financial reporting and interpretation ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations and compliance, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, CIT, and statutory filings.
• Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, audit processes, and working with external accountants, auditors, and tax consultants.