Financial Accountant at the Place Nigeria

Location: Lekki Phase I, Lagos

Job Description

• Assist with preparation of monthly consolidated financials and variance reports by collecting data; analyzing and investigating variances; summarizing information and trends.
• Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data
• Prepares special reports that will be requested by management from time to time.
• Supervises Head office finance staff e.g. bank reconciliation team, intercompany, treasury etc, reviews their periodic reports and ensure they are carry out their responsibilities.
• Advise and update management on irregularities in any financial matters
• Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance.
• Increases productivity of finance department by developing templates for reporting and coordinating information requirements.
• Assists with preparation of year-end accounts and providing information for external auditors

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years Accounting experience
• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting or any related discipline
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA), Qualified member of Certified Institute of Management Accountant (CIMA) is an added advantage
• IT proficiency with Advanced Excel skill and the ability to use accounting software
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong numerical abilities
• Sound business knowledge and ability to explain complex financial information in a clear way
• Organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure within the deadlines
• Experience in any of the Big 4 Accounting firm or Manufacturing/Restaurant business is an added advantage