Senior Finance Officer at Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry

JOB SUMMARY 

• The Job holder is to support the core functions for smooth and accurate report generation, payment processing, proper book-keeping, and investment tracking among others.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Ensure accurate Departmental monthly Reporting by 13th of next month.
• File ANNUAL TAX RETURNS with appropriate/ relevant tax authority by Jan 20th Every Year
• Prompt Supervision of all POSTINGS to ensure accuracy. 
• Ensure that all INTERNAL AUDIT MATTERS are resolved promptly. 
• Ensure accurate PAYMENT process-authorization, WHT deductions etc are carried out promptly.
• Prepare BUDGET PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS on the 13th of the proceeding month.
• Prepare FINAL ACCOUNTS monthly on the 13th of proceeding month.
• Prompt preparation of annual unit and consolidated budget
• Timely supervision of all payments to vendors and staff
• Any and every other function to ensure a world-class accounts Department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES 

• B.sc/HND in Accounting, Banking &Finance, Business Administration, or any related discipline.
• The Job Holder must have 5 years cognate experience, supervisory capacity/experience.
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN/ACCA) is mandatory.
• M.sc in accounting or any related course is an added advantage.
• Has a sound understanding of accounting concepts and reporting requirements under relevant accounting  standards and has a sound understanding of VAT and WHT requirements.
• Cognate experience with bank reconciliation in insurance & previous financial accounting experience.
• Has a good eye for details and a very good knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, and  ERP is an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills, time management and organization.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Enhanced numerical and quantitative skills: These are key as you will be dealing with