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Excellium is seeking an experience Accounts Officer to join our team. This role will be instrumental in overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring financial accuracy, and providing strategic financial insights<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>- Manage and\nmeticulously maintain all financial records, including complex accounts\npayable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and fixed asset registers.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Ensure\naccurate and timely processing of all financial transactions, verifying\nsupporting documentation and necessary approvals.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Oversee\npetty cash management, ensuring controls, timely reconciliations, and adherence\nto company policies.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Perform reconciliations\nof bank statements, sub\-ledgers to general ledger, and other critical accounts,\ninvestigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Preparation\nof accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements\n(e.g. Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Profit or Loss and Other\nComprehensive Income, Statement of Cash Flows).<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Generate and\nanalyze various financial reports for management, providing insightful\ncommentary on variances and financial performance.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Drive the\nefficient execution of month\-end and year\-end closing procedures, ensuring all\nentries are posted and reconciled.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Support the\nannual budgeting process and provide input for financial forecasting.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Monitor\nexpenditures against budgets, identify significant variances, and provide\ndetailed explanations to management.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Conduct\nbasic financial analysis to support decision\-making, including trend analysis\nand cost\-benefit analysis.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Implement\nand maintain strong internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and\nensure data integrity.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Ensure\nstrict adherence to local accounting standards company policies, and relevant\nNigerian regulatory requirements (e.g., FIRS, LIRS, CAC, NSITF, PENCOM).<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Prepare and\nsubmit accurate tax computations (e.g., Company Income Tax, Value Added Tax,\nWithholding Tax, Pay As You Earn) and ensure timely remittance to relevant\nauthorities.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Coordinate\nand facilitate internal and external audit processes, providing necessary\ndocumentation and explanations to auditors.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Stay updated\nwith changes in Nigerian tax laws and accounting regulations, advising\nmanagement on potential impacts.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Identify\nopportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and\nimprove accuracy through automation or procedural changes.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Develop and\nupdate accounting policies and procedures as required.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Liaise\neffectively with management, external auditors, tax consultants, and financial\ninstitutions.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Manage\nvendor and client accounts, resolving complex billing issues and ensuring\ntimely collections for accounts receivable.<\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>- Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related course<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Either ATS Certification or ICAN/ACCA Certification started\nor completed<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Minimum of 3 years <\/b>of progressive work experience as\nan Account Officer role in a structured organization.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Demonstrated experience in preparing full sets of accounts\nand financial statements.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Proven experience with tax computations and filings in\nNigeria.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Proficiency in accounting software packages<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Expert\-level proficiency in Microsoft Office for financial\nanalysis and reporting.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Strong grasp of Nigerian tax laws.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Exceptional analytical and problem\-solving skills with a\nkeen eye for detail and accuracy.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Strong organizational and time management abilities, capable\nof managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the\nability to present financial information clearly and concisely.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality in\nhandling sensitive financial information.<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/li>- Proactive, self\-motivated, and capable of working\nindependently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Must be willing to resume immediately.
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