Senior Accountant at TAG Energy Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant who combines excellent leadership and analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles as well as in-depth understanding of QuickBooks accounting software package.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all payment of statutory remittance in a timely manner
• Preparation of salary and ensure disbursement on due date
• Oversee and monitor timely submission of Invoices
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for proper and correct entry.
• Assist with annual audit preparations.
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payables and receivables
• Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
• Summarize and prepare financial status and transactions reports, including a profit and loss statement, and other necessary reports for management review
• Oversee the compilation of financial information into financial statements with accompanying disclosures as well as ensuring the numbers are accurate.
• Follow all company policies and procedures as well as maintaining confidentiality of company’s information.
• Contribute to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures
• Perform other accounting duties and supporting team members as required or assigned
• Coordinate, plan, assign and review staff’s work.

Job Requirements

• B.Sc Degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant fields
• Minimum of 7 + years of proven accounting experience. (Relevant certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CMA are preferred)
• Hands-on experience in QuickBooks accounting software package.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and tax laws
• Excellent leadership, effective communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to pay attention to details and good analytical skills