Chartered Accountant at Choice Talents NG

Choice Talents NG is Nigeria’s preferred talents management company. Our goal is to help build successful businesses through effective talent, resource and process management.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chartered Accountant

Location: Mainland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description
Data Entry and Recordkeeping:

• Assist in the accurate and timely entry of financial transactions into the accounting system.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.

Reconciliations:

• Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile accounts payable and receivable records with vendor and customer statements.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or variances in a timely manner.

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Compile supporting documentation and assist with analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee Risk Management system, and interface with external bodies on financial matters such as FIRS, BIRS, external auditor, etc.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions by processing invoices, issuing payments, and following up on outstanding receivables.
• Maintain communication with vendors and customers to address inquiries and resolve issues.

Expense Management:

• Assist in monitoring and controlling expenses by reviewing and reconciling expense reports, tracking budget variances, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

Assistance in Audit Preparation:

• Prepare audit schedules and provide documentation as requested to support annual audits or reviews by external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements and assist in addressing audit findings.

Ad-Hoc Financial Analysis:

• Assist in conducting ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by management.
• Prepare reports, charts, and graphs to present financial data in a clear and concise manner.

Collaboration and Support:

• Collaborate with other members of the finance team and cross-functional departments to support departmental goals and initiatives.
• Provide assistance and support as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA / MSc in Finance is an added advantage
• Complete ACA, ACCA or CIMA examination and certification is mandatory
• 8+ years of experience in accounting
• Proficiency in financial accounting & reporting, including external statutory reporting and audit
• Management accounting experience including budgeting, forecasting, monthly reporting
• Proven ability for implementing and monitoring financial controls
• Staff management experience
• High degree of IT literacy
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial laws and risk management practices.
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• Performance and Risk Management
• Taxation, Treasury and Asset Management

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Application to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.