Chief Accountant at Atlas Copco

Job Description

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant to support Atlas Copco Nigeria’s business development, ensuring both efficiency and compliance with internal and external rules and regulations.
• This is an ideal opportunity for a highly motivated person with high analytical skills and this position will be based in Lagos
• The role is to assist in developing tools within accounting & control, and in management of financial accounting processes in the company.
• This position will lead the finance team and reports to the Business Controller who is a member of the Management Team.

Mission as Chief Accountant you will:

• Ensure Accurate and timely closing of the books and ensure efficient reporting processes (monthly/quarterly/Annually).
• Analyze business and financial data, in an accurate, relevant and timely manner, in order to map the performance, trends and various potential forecasts of the company,
• Ensure that financial reporting is in accordance with IFRS and The Way We Do Things,
• Continue to integrate, adapt and develop the financial organization to fulfil the Atlas Copco Group financial and organizational standards,
• Safeguard assets of the company through accounts reconciliations, impairment assessments of assets and liabilities and managing verification exercises of fixed assets, cash and stock periodically.
• Ensure strict compliance with various tax and other statutory requirements, rules and regulations including transfer pricing.
• Well-grounded in Accounting and Finance functions (credit management, Revenue accounting, assets management, inventories, receivables, taxes etc.),
• Ensure adherence and compliance with company policies and procedures (The Way We Do Things)

Job Requirements
Educationl Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (ICAN, ACCA or equivalent) University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent. MBA is desirable

Experience requirements:

• Practice of Business analysis and risk management. Good understanding of how to prepare financial statements and financial reporting. Able to work in a fast-paced environment as a strong and influential team member.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in finance, working with ERP systems (SAP is an advantage), experience in leading a team.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Meticulous attention to detail with the superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, lead or as part of a team.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge on general accounting principles, IFRS and Local statutory accounting rules- Knowledge of the Group reporting systems.
• Fluency in English Knowledge of Atlas Copco's The Way We Do Things Good command of Windows Tools specially a good working knowledge of Excel Understanding of local Finance, Accounting and regulatory practices.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and other financial planning software.

Personality requirements:

• Target and result oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Dynamic and open to change
• Good communication skills at all levels
• Team player- Strong sense of ownership, taking responsibility and leading projects to a successful conclusion
• Motivate, engage and coach your team in the organization to create lasting results