Graduate Accountant at Oscar Temple

Oscar Temple - We are a fast-growing recruitment organisations with several specialist divisions that share a common goal of exceptional service and results. An opportunity to join our exciting office in Lagos has come up for a top-level graduate or experienced sales person. Our recruitment brands specialise in Financial Services, Telecoms, ICT, Oil & Gas and Power. Our training is known in the market place for being the very best in the industry.

We are recruiting to fill in the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• We are currently seeking an accurate, experienced, and thorough Accountant to join our rapidly growing company.
• In this role, you will demonstrate your expertise in a variety of accounting practices, including accounts receivable and payable, reconciling the general ledger, approving expense reports, and conducting audits.
• To succeed in this position, you will be highly accurate, prompt and efficient—adding value in your Job role and upholding our firm’s exceptional reputation.

Accountant Duties and Responsibilities

• Process payments and log accordingly.
• Generate billing statements and reports.
• Monitor and promote compliance by business units with fixed asset policies.
• Lead the accounting team to perform daily accounting tasks and manage month-end activities to ensure timely issue of cost reports incorporating key financial and non-financial KPIs.
• Help with monthly, quarterly, and annual audits.
• Interact with clients on the phone, email, and in person.
• Answer customer inquiries regarding their accounts.
• Review and approve expense reports.
• Review and reconcile the general ledger regularly.
• Contribute to forecasting and budget planning sessions.
• Detect and address potential compliance issues proactively.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations at all times.
• Uphold the excellent reputation of our firm.
• Maintain constant communication with the organization and our clients.
• Maintain highly organized and updated client files.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve shared goals.

Accountant Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduate calibre 2:2 Bachelor degree in accounting or above
• Minimum 1 year experience as an accountant or bookkeeper in a corporate setting
• Corporate and personal tax experience is a plus, as well as ICAN Certification.
• Experience with accounts payable and receivable is preferred
• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases.
• Superior math skills and an analytical mind
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and financial statements
• Experience with audits, budget creation, and expense reports strongly preferred
• Consistent, accurate, and thorough with an eye for details
• Exceptional organizational skills and aptitude for numbers
• Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding phone and email etiquette
• Able to thrive in deadline-driven environment
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and Covering Letter (in Ms Word Format) explaining why you think you will be suitable for this opportunity to: [email protected]