ThePush Consulting – Our client, a reputable Leasing and Asset Management company, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Onikan (TBS Building Opposite Ghana High restaurant), Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- They are is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support strategic financial planning.
- The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity, optimizing reporting accuracy, and supporting management decision-making.
Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Prepare and review accurate financial reports, statements, and reconciliations.
- Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Accounting Operations:
- Oversee general ledger management, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Monitor cash flow and bank reconciliations for all business accounts.
- Maintain compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and corporate governance standards.
Transaction Processing & Compliance:
- Process and review all financial transactions, including payments, leases, and vendor settlements.
- Ensure accurate documentation and posting of all leasing-related transactions.
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities during audits and inspections.
- Stay updated on Nigerian tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting best practices.
Month-End & Year-End Closings:
- Lead month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare and review schedules for management and statutory reporting.
- Reconcile intercompany accounts and support consolidation processes.
Requirements
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 4 – 6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the leasing, financial services, or real estate sector.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS) and Nigerian tax regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability.
- Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Core Competencies:
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Regulatory compliance and audit support
- Budgeting and cost management
- Process improvement and internal controls
- Integrity and confidentiality in financial management
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online