Senior Accountant at a Hospitality Company - Alan & Grant

Alan & Grant - Our client, a Hospitality company, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Hospitality

Job Description

• Direct the operation of the accounting and financial systems of the association.
• Analyze the accounting procedures at periodic intervals to determine efficiency and adherence to the financial controls in effect, proposing changes or improvements in operations when necessary.
• Provide the required financial information to the General Manager, Board of Directors, auditors, and A/OPR/CR correctly and on time.
• Supervise other financial personnel and review work to ensure proper posting and control of accounting records.
• Ensure association compliance with both U.S. federal and Nigerian federal and local employment tax requirements.
• Direct and assist in the preparation, review for accuracy, submission, and distribution of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Audit the association's bills and prepare documentation for payment.
• Maintain the General Ledger, with the various departments classified.
• Review the perpetual inventory records for accuracy. Assist General Manager with the monthly inventories, and review the inventory taken by others. Maintain and control fixed assets and inventories. Make proper depreciation deductions.
• Oversee all banking procedures, which include petty cash and fund accounts, maintain the check register, prepare the checks for payment of all association obligations, and verify accuracy in the payment of wages to employees.
• Ensure that proper accounting and financial internal controls are implemented when and if any accounting and financial procedures are automated.
• Attending weekly Management team meetings and providing input on financial matters
• Attend meetings of the Board of Directors and submit monthly financial reports.
• Provide input to the Board on the financial stability and health.
• Work with the Treasurer of the Board of Directors on financial issues and report anything outside the monthly reports to him/her.
• Direct the finances of the association and initiate the methods and procedures that will result in the financial position desired by the Board of Directors.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc or HND in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• ACCA or ICAN certification is required
• Minimum three years’ experience as a senior accountant
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Quick books and other accounting packages are required.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage financial books and records.
• Strong attention to details and good financial analysis skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to details.
• Excellent knowledge of Nigeria’s financial regulations and procedures.
• Excellent financial forecasting skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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