Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: Isheri, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Supervises: Finance Officers
Position Summary
- We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our finance team and oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting, financial reporting, and ERP integration.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing finance, sound financial judgment, and a deep understanding of accounting principles in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in the manufacturing sector is essential, and preference will be given to candidates residing around Isheri, Lagos or its environs.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Management:
- Timely and accurate invoicing of customers
- Weekly reconciliation of: Staff accounts, Vendor accounts, Related general ledger accounts.
- Daily and weekly reconciliation of: Sales with production and inventory, Sales collections, Customer accounts with bank statements.
General Accounting Duties:
- Prepare and update monthly prepayment schedules.
- Manage payment ledgers and execute monthly amortization.
- Weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, with detailed reports on outstanding items.
- Post and review all necessary accounting journal entries including bank charges.
- Review and validate GL codes monthly and adjust as needed.
- Follow up on outstanding items and staff account balances.
- Present weekly revenue/sales reports and monthly aged receivables.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure adherence to company financial policies and regulatory standards.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits.
- Support continuous improvement of internal controls and financial systems.
Food Safety & Quality Management Responsibilities:
- Understand and adhere to departmental quality and food safety objectives.
- Support implementation and effectiveness of QMS and FSMS (e.g., FSSC 22000).
- Be aware of and address identified quality and food safety risks in work activities.
- Report any food safety hazards or QMS/FSMS non-conformities to the appropriate team.
- Maintain personal hygiene standards and ensure operational control procedures are followed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: B.Sc. / HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in progressive finance roles, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership capacity.
- Proven experience in: Financial data analysis and performance optimization, ERP implementation and financial systems integration, Managing financial risk and driving business results.
- Mandatory: Experience working in the manufacturing sector.
- Experience in FMCG is highly desirable.
Core Competencies:
- Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking.
- Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills.
- Analytical reasoning and sound problem-solving capabilities.
- Independence, objectivity, and assertiveness.
Additional Requirements:
- A solid understanding of QMS, FSMS, and FSSC 22000 standards is essential.
- Must be committed to maintaining high standards in both financial performance and product safety/compliance.
- Location Preference: Candidates residing in or around Isheri, Lagos will be given strong consideration due to proximity to the workplace.
Application Closing Date
30th July, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: taiwo@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.