Financial Accountant at Uni-Medical Healthcare Limited

We are Uni-medical Healthcare Ltd Nigeria, a subsidiary of Unigloves Singapore, owned by UG Healthcare cooperation. Unigloves is one of the largest manufacturers of disposable products for the dental, medical, nursing, hospital sectors and for the industry. Our manufacturing company is N. S. UNI- Gloves in Malaysia. We have marketing offices in over 10 countries in the world including Nigeria, Singapore, UK, USA, Germany, China, Brazil, Australia, Canada and Japan. We supply a wide range of cross infection control products. We make and supply over 3 billion gloves annually to medical professionals, as well as specialists in the food, automotive, janitorial and care sectors. The company’s Head Office is located at Plot B2, Block 73f. Alakoso Avenue, Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Lagos with marketing offices in Abuja, Asaba, and Enugu.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• This is an officer role, the financial Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and efficient financial operations. 
• The role focuses on overseeing financial activities, preparing reports, managing budgets, and ensuring the company’s financial health.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in cost monitoring and possess a strong understanding of financial and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank statements and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and analyze variances
• Oversee and report on accounts payable with its processes.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and other applicable accounting standards
• Monitor Expenditures and Perform variance analysis to provide actionable insights.
• Cross-checking daily posting of entries and reconciling major supplier accounts.
• Prepare and file VAT, WHT, and CIT returns in compliance with Nigerian tax laws.
• Updating and maintaining the Fixed Assets register and posting depreciation/Amortisation.
• Monitor inventory costing and valuation of all goods

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4 - 6 years experience.
• Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CPA) is required. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
• Exceptional knowledge of analysing risks, preparing forecasts, cost accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of financial and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.

Application Closing Date
10th February, 2025.