Chief Accountant at Charitos BO Hospital

Charitos BO Hospital is a specialty tertiary health care located in the heart of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Life Camp, Abuja, Nigeria. Our well-trained medical experts, state-of-the-art medical equipment, well-structured medical principles and conducive ambiance have made us globally acknowledged as a Centre of excellence for fertility, Maternal and Infant health. Our esteemed patients are full of confidence and trust which we have developed on a strong foundation of the best medical practices. Today, we serve patients from all walks of life. Charitos BO Hospital focuses her operation on providing quality health care with a human touch that is second to none; which truly reflects the essence of her motto “We always care”.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Location: Life camp, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• Will be responsible for overseeing the entire accounting cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, financial reporting & compliance.
• The Chief Accountant will lead a team of accounting professionals, play a pivotal role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making and growth initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Provide insights into financial performance and trends to senior management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Partner with other departments (e.g., Operations, HR) to ensure alignment on financial matters.

Supervision And Team Leadership:

• Lead and managed the accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure efficient & accurate financial bookkeeping entries and ultimately reporting.
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Ensure the team's effective performance and continuous professional development.

Month-End Closing:

• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and compliance with accounting standards.

Audit Coordination:

• Coordinate and manage external audits in conjunction with the Senior Finance Manager, ensuring timely and accurate provision of information to auditors.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions.

Internal Controls:

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies.

Tax Compliance:

• Oversee tax compliance activities, working closely with tax advisors to ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns.
• Stay updated on changes in tax regulations and assess their impact on the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting
• CPA/ACCA
• 3 years on the job experience
• Advanced IFRS knowledge & proficient use of SAGE X3 software
• Applicant(s) should not be older than 32 years at the time application.

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application in person at:
Charitos BO Hospital
Plot D22, Aco Estate,
Opposite Godab Estate,
Life Camp, Abuja (FCT).

Note: For inquiries, call: +234 814 1911 404 | +234 9012375849.