Senior Chartered Accountant at PE Lifts Nigeria

Job description

• The Organization is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of accounting, audit, and financial experience, with a strong background in international accounting and transactions. This role requires a young, vibrant professional who is proficient with accounting software and flexible with work hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Audit: Conduct internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. Develop and implement audit plans and strategies.
• International Transactions: Handle international financial transactions, including currency conversions, international invoicing, and compliance with global financial regulations.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development and implementation of budgets. Monitor and report on variances between actuals and forecasts.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations. Prepare and submit tax filings accurately and on time.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Software Proficiency: Utilize various accounting software to perform accounting tasks. Ensure accurate and timely data entry and financial reporting.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure financial policies and procedures are understood and followed. Support financial decision-making across the organization.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest accounting standards and regulations. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant accounting, audit, and financial experience.
• Strong experience with international accounting and transactions.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility with work hours to meet business needs.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA,ICAN) is a must.