Head of Accounts at Bizpoint Commercial Services

Our client, a Food Processing company located in Ibadan requires the services of a Head of Accounts  

Position Description

• Under the supervision of the Director of Finance and Operations, the Accountant will lead preparation of the company's expenditures and reporting system. She/he will be responsible for monitoring the overall financial reporting system.
• The Head of Accounts will also prepare and present financial reports, analysis, and recommendations concerning relevant financial issues. Additionally, the Accountant will maintain the Accounts Payable Ledger and Check Register.
• She/he also verifies all source documents for proper approval and documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day accounting activities in compliance with the company's policies and procedures and with Nigerian laws, including but not limited to:
• Maintaining the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all transactions; review of entries to the general ledger to assure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and established accounting principles;
• Prepare mandatory reports as required and respond to inquiries as necessary;
• Process monthly staff payroll, tax calculations and remittances;
• Maintain tax accounting and ensure due reporting to tax authorities;
• Undertake monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger including the preparation of journal entries;
• Supervise monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts; verify accuracy of bank statements and maintain integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems;
• Maintain fixed asset records and determine depreciation terms/rates to apply to items;
• Maintain a computerized accounting system;
• Preparation of payment vouchers for signature and bank transfers, review of payment requests for format and accuracy;
• Draw-up service and employment contracts;
• Manage all personnel issues, including timesheets, leave reports and local benefits, and ensuring their confidentiality, maintain file of personnel records;
• Keep log of vehicle request forms, alongside with driver schedule and manage usage of office vehicle, request and maintain fuel inventory;
• Manage daily petty cash payments and cash reconciliation, including verifying support documentation; prepare petty cash replenishment/request documents;
• Prepare monthly funds request;
• Make and/or reconfirm all hotel, flight and travel arrangements, handle visa arrangements and car pick up;
• Process local travel expenses/reimbursements;
• Provide logistics for seminars, workshops and other special events

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelors’ degree required in accounting or a relevant field with a professional qualification.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting with at least 3 years within an International Private sector.
• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant Accounting Software.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working on any agribusiness organization or any large retail industry is a plus.
• Strong attention to details and high degree of integrity, accountability, energy and flexibility.