Accountant at Maurice Xandra Solutions Limited

Maurice Xandra Solutions Limited is a management consulting company that renders quality services in Human Resource, Management and Process improvement. MXS Limited was set up to provide high quality, up to date training, team management and process improvement services for its clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Profile

• As an Accountant, your overall responsibility is to be the business partner to the asset management business.

Key Responsibilities

• Timely preparation and presentation of
  • Annual, Quarterly and Monthly Budget
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts.
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual variance analysis comparing budget tactual
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inadequacies
• Timely processing of payments tvendors
• Compare monthly, quarterly and annual budgets against actual performance.
• Prepare weekly liquidity reports/cashflow projections
• Ensure the preparation, remittance and timely filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and half yearly statutory return tthe various regulators
• Ensure accurate invoices are issued tclients in a timely manner
• Follow up with clients on receivables and related WHT receipts
• Develop financial reporting templates for newly launched products
• Provide financial and business insights tthe Supervisor.
• Work with the team tunderstand cost drivers and proactively looking for cost-optimisation strategies.
• Ensure the application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures within the department.
• Support the drive tautomation and continuous process improvement
• Ensure timely completion of the annual audited accounts across various companies and funds simultaneously.
• Liaise with service providers on a timely manner on accounting, regulatory, statutory, and other matters
• Manage relationships with bankers, regulators, tax officials, consultants and other relevant stakeholders
• Other specific responsibilities as defined by the Supervisor or CFO.

Requirements

• A minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or any other related discipline.
• ACCA/ACA is required.
• At least 3 years’ experience in management, financial and fund accounting for an asset management business.
• Strong financial and accounting background, including an understanding of financial statement, ratios, and analysis.
• Experience working with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.
• Ability tprioritize
• A team player and goal oriented individual.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organization and time-management skills.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2023.