Real Estate Accountant at Sankore Global Investments

Sankore Investments is a wealth management firm that provides advisory, brokerage, fund management and other investment services to a range of clients including individuals and corporations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Real Estate Accountant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• The Real Estate Accountant is responsible for all general accounting processes covering Accounts Payable and Receivable, incoming & outgoing payments, and preparation of financial statements. The role involves managing property-related accounting such as Budget and Tax reporting, Investment Advisory, Financial Planning, Asset Valuation, etc.

Job Description

• Carry out financial analysis on Real Estate business initiatives (e.g., expansion, asset acquisition).
• Oversee the Real Estate company accounts and maintain necessary reporting to the banks.
• Develop Annual Budgets and review regularly with the Head of Business.
• Coordinate Annual Audit processes in compliance with regulations. 
• Oversee Cash flow management and regular review of internal reports.
• Develop the company's financial books and interpret, to management and recommend improvement areas.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and analyze rent schedules.
• Record and prepare financial statements for site-level analysis and provide support to all accounting schedules and maintain same.
• Supervise accounting information and provide assistance to internal and external customers.
• Prepare and reconcile bank data and property-associated reports.
• Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems (ERP).
• Spearhead Process Compliance and Review for the Real Estate Business.
• Assist with activities related to property funds.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• 5 - 8 years’ proven work experience in a related position.
• Professional Certifications (ICAN/CFA) is an added advantage
• A Master’s Degree is an added advantage.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Strong ability to engage external regulators and regulatory bodies on tax issues and remittance obligations.
• An in-depth understanding of financial reporting in accordance with IFRS Reporting standards.
• In-depth understanding of financial reporting in accordance with IFRS Reporting standard.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Word & PowerPoint).
• Good Audit experience, Great at liaising with External Auditors.
• Possess a practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Usage of accounting software (ERP).
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritize effectively.
• Compliance and Internal Control oriented.
• Strong ethical values.
• A strong focus on excellence.
• Respectful to clients / colleagues.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Highly organized.

Compensation
Competitive and commensurate with experience

Application Closing Date
27th August, 2021.