Chief Accountant at Lington & Bernie Consulting Limited

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Job Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced, and thorough chief accountant to join our firm. In this role, you will demonstrate your management skills and accounting expertise in a variety of personal and corporate accounting practices, including overseeing payroll and taxes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and report to management as needed.
• Perform month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.
• Coordinate with the finance team to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.
• Generate financial reports and statements to Managers for review.
• Analyze financial discrepancies and recommend effective resolutions.
• Monitor expenditures, analyze revenues and determine budget variances and report the same to management.
• Respond to accounting inquiries from management in a timely fashion.
• Provide guidance to other Accountants when needed.
• Assist in budget preparation and expense management activities for assigned accounts.
• Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentation.
• Monitor and record financial transactions according to company policies and regulations.
• Review and recommend changes to existing accounting procedures.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's degree and relevant certification(s)
• Minimum of ten or more years related experience and a minimum of 3 years experience in management
• In-depth understanding of regulatory policies
• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases
• Expertise working with Quickbooks and financial statements
• Consistent, accurate, and thorough with an eye for details

Remuneration
N250,000 - N300,000 Monthly.