Accountant at Agro Processing Limited

Agro Processing is a leading company in the FMCG sector, renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. As producers of Legend Seed, Legend Rice, Legend Flour, and Native Rice, the company prioritizes excellence throughout the production process, from seed selection to market distribution with dedication to providing farmers with improved seed varieties and consumers with affordable, high-quality rice and maize products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and reporting.
• Monitoring, controlling, managing, and reporting company funds and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to project agreements and maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies.
• Post transactions and analyze account records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Engage in inventory, customer, and sales reconciliation to maintain financial accuracy.
• Issue invoices, receipts, etc., for all transactions and ensure proper recording and filing of documents.
• Ensure strict adherence to company internal controls and financial procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all financial transactions, including bank, cash, and accruals.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory list of office equipment and fixed assets.
• Ensure compliance with company finance policies, standards, procedures, and government tax requirements.
• Disseminate finance procedures, policies, and anti-corruption/fraud policies to branches and project staff.
• Ensure all company branches have necessary equipment and tools for bookkeeping and accounting purposes.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage the preparation of financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Present financial performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders when need be.
• Create annual budgeting processes and long-term financial planning initiatives.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and support to senior management on investment decisions and business expansion initiatives.
• Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, and other external stakeholders.
• Lead financial risk management activities to mitigate financial risks and optimize financial performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of proven experience in accounting or financial management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills are essential, along with excellent knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• The Account Officer must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail, analytical abilities, and adaptability are also crucial for success in this role.
• Overall, the Account Officer is responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the organization's financial health and success.
• Must possess good analytical and computing skills.
• Working knowledge of typical plant operations, equipment and

Educational Requirements

• Master's Degree in any relevant field of study is an added advantage
• 6 - 15 years work experience.

Knowledge:
Skills & Experience:

• Proven track record of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, with a focus on driving business performance and profitability.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, board members, and external stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, spreadsheet analysis, and financial management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Strong interpersonal and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess good analytical and computing skills.
• Excellent resource planning and utilization skills.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Result oriented/quality-focused disposition.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Other relevant qualifications, certifications, professional memberships, etc.
• Certificate in ACCA, ICA.

Application Closing Date
3rd May, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications (Cover Letter and Resume) to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.