Senior Accountant at Amadeus University, Amizi

Amadeus University Amizi seeks an experienced and professionally qualified Senior Accountant to support the financial management and reporting functions of the University. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to sound financial governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, management accounts, and periodic financial reports
• Oversee the maintenance of the University's general ledger and ensure accuracy of all accounting entries
• Manage the University's payroll processing, payments, and reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, tax obligations, and institutional accounting policies
• Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets and monitor budget performance throughout the financial year
• Assist in the management of audits (internal and external) and liaise with auditors as required
• Review and approve financial transactions in accordance with the University's financial control framework
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff
• Provide financial analysis and advisory support to management on financial matters
• Maintain proper documentation of all financial transactions and ensure records are audit-ready.

Job Requirement

• A Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Accounting from a recognised university
• Professional accounting qualification from a recognised body is required — acceptable qualifications include: ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant — ICAEW), ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria), or ANAN (Association of National Accountants of Nigeria)
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant post-qualification work experience in an accounting or finance role
• NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate is mandatory
• Computer literacy is mandatory; proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics

Key Skills

• Financial reporting and management accounting
• General ledger management and reconciliation
• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Tax compliance and regulatory reporting
• Accounting software proficiency (Sage, QuickBooks, or equivalent)
• Microsoft Excel (advanced) and Office Suite
• Audit coordination and financial controls
• Supervision and mentoring of accounting staff