Financial Accountant at International Facilities Services Limited - IFS

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting, general ledger activities, payroll, and compliance functions across our operations.
• The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and adherence to statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow)
• Ensure timely month-end closing (by 5th working day)
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger
• Perform bank and intercompany reconciliations
• Post monthly adjustments

Financial Accounting Operations:

• Ensure accurate daily postings of transactions (payments, receipts, invoices, petty cash)
• Maintain accurate records of payables and receivables
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial schedules and reports
• Manage fixed asset register and reporting
• Oversee inventory records and conduct monthly stock counts
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of all financial records

Compliance & Statutory Obligations:

• Ensure timely filing and payment of statutory deductions (VAT, WHT, PAYE, ITF, NSITF)
• Maintain proper documentation for audit and regulatory purposes
• Ensures proper coordination of statutory and regulatory audits

Payroll Management:

• Ensures accurate monthly payroll process (on or before the 25th)
• Monitor staff attendance records for payroll accuracy
• Ensure timely salary payments and distribution of payslips

Procurement & Accounts Payable:

• Maintain vendor database and pricing records
• Support procurement processes and supplier management
• Monitor stock levels and re-order thresholds
• Ensure proper documentation of all purchase transactions

Requirements

• Ideal candidates should demonstrate a sound understanding of accounting and finance principles Must have excellent EXCEL skills and be able to communicate and negotiate with various stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with 1st Class or minimum 2-1 or relevant discipline.
• ACA or equivalent qualification
• At least 7 years post qualification experience
• Must be proficient in EXCEL, and Accounting software
• Ability to lead Tax audit and engage with tax officials
• Experience in commercial finance is advantageous.
• Excellent industry knowledge and a willingness to keep up with trends.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Deadline-driven and committed to excellence.

Key Competencies:

• Strong organizational and reporting skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• Strong stakeholders management (both internal and external)
• Good communication and teamwork skills