Accountant at MAX.NG

MAX is on a mission to fix Africa’s notorious last-mile delivery and online-retail problems by using mobile and web platforms to connect consumers, retail businesses and independent drivers in real-time. We are eliminating all logistics and technology barriers that have historically prevented retail businesses in Africa from realizing their full potential.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos

Job Description
MAX is recruiting for an Experienced Accountant with ACA or ACCA or any other relevant certification who can add value to the financial operations of the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies
• Record, up-date and keep all financial documents
• Ensure compliance with established Standard Operating Procedures and legal procedures
• Initiate and co-ordinate administrative and operational methods and procedures as required.
• Protect and secure  MAX's value and  financial information 
• Provide periodic reports to management when expected or requested
• Stay up-to-date of developments in global accounting practice
• Balance primary and secondary duties and tasks
• Manage and supervise junior accountants and collection officers
• Involvement in staff recruitment and appraisals to determine financial implications
• Ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks carried out in the team
• Observe and train team members to improve standards, knowledge, skills and behaviours
• Oversee and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Process all Cheque and transfer payment requests on timely basis
• Maintain and balance accounts and bank statements
• Conduct bank reconciliation activities
• Prepare and record financial statements 
• Track, analyse and report the financial status of the company
• Prepare financial reports for taxes, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
• Develop procedure and advise on financial management
• Assist CFO with forecasting and budgeting for  company's future needs

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong interpersonal and communication(written and oral) skills
• Proficient in MS Office Tools and Financial  Accounting Software
• Knowledge of  Corporate Finance  
• Ability to manage and juggle multiple priorities and projects
• Critical and Analytical thinking
• Accuracy and Attention to detail
• Confidentiality and Thoroughness
• Deadline-Oriented

Application Closing Date
1st September, 2020.