Accountant at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is the most sought-after Human Resource Solution Provider with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We have a reputation for satisfying and surpassing clients expectations through our core offerings: Recruitment and Selection, Outsourcing and Training and Development; To accomplish these we leverage on creating and managing change in organisations by improving efficiency through our proven and dynamic HR solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Ebute Meta, Lagos
Industry: Healthcare

Job Objective

• The Accountant will be responsible for preparing, examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards and meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting reports and other necessary information for audit purposes
• Maintain updated electronic records of the company’s financial transactions and fixed assets register via the company’s ERP.
• Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files;
• Reconcile bank statement with accounts (cash, receivables and various payables etc) on a weekly basis
• Update and maintain accounting procedures
• Manage supplier and staff payments in accordance with set procedures
• Prepare reports for management and shareholders, providing financial insights and interpreting data
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs revenues, financial commitment, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Support month-end and year-end stock count and valuation process
• Assist with local and federal required filings as appropriate i.e Taxes and related filings
• Manage weekly/monthly/annual operating budget preparation and cash forecasting analysis
• Prepare monthly internal financial statements and management accounts
• Manage the company’s relationship with the banks and other external financial stakeholders, credit and facility provider.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5years of experience in an accounting or finance role
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and financial regulations is a plus.
• ICAN certification is an added advantage.

Salary
N250,000 - N350,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail.