Accountant at Elizabeth Maddeux Limited

Elizabeth Maddeux provides a range of human resources solutions designed to empower your workforce, enhance technical proficiency, refine soft skills, and accelerateorganizational growth for better impacts by enhancing organizational dynamics through a well-rounded and robust human resource intervention.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing detailed financial reports, ensuring tax compliance, and supporting budgeting and cash flow management. 
• The role demands a high level of precision and the use of modern accounting tools to deliver actionable insights that inform business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Update and reconcile general ledgers, journals, and sub-ledgers on a regular basis.
• Implement systematic checks to ensure all financial entries are accurate and complete.
• Maintain robust documentation for all financial transactions, making it easy to audit or reference as needed.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements that comply with statutory and internal standards.
• Compare actual figures against budgets and forecasts to identify trends, anomalies, or opportunities for cost optimization.
• Create custom reports tailored for different managerial levels, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of taxes (VAT, PAYE, etc.) in accordance with Nigerian laws.
• Serve as the point of contact for tax audits, clarifications, and updates from tax authorities.
• Stay current on tax law changes and adjust procedures to maintain compliance.
• Manage employee payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy in wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Regularly reconcile bank statements with internal records to pinpoint and resolve discrepancies.
• Track daily cash inflows and outflows, ensuring optimal liquidity.
• Prepare for and support both internal and external audits through comprehensive record-keeping and clear process documentation.
• Identify potential financial risks and recommend control improvements.
• Continuously evaluate and refine internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, incorporating business trends and market conditions.
• Provide insightful analyses that support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
• Work closely with other departments to align financial data with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ACCA certification is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Ability to manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of tax laws, financial regulations, and audit procedures.
• Experience in filing tax returns, preparing audit reports, and ensuring statutory compliance.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in financial data management.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights for business decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Salary
N200,000 - N350,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
2nd April, 2025.