Management Accountant at Uncle Stan's Foods

Uncle Stan's Foods is a small chops company known for it's unique finger food taste all over Lagos. Our brand makes us unique.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly capable management accountant to optimize our financial management policies.
• You will be performing financial analysis, preparing financial forecasts, and advising senior management on strategic planning.
• To ensure success as a management accountant, you should exhibit extensive knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting and experience in a similar environment.
• An outstanding management accountant will be someone whose financial accounting and business management expertise translates into sustained business growth.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly management reports, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements for all outlets.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted figures and provide actionable insights.
• Track performance metrics (e.g. food cost %, gross profit margins, outlet profitability).

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic reforecasts for all branches and departments.
• Monitor budget compliance and investigate deviations in spending or revenue targets.

Cost Control & Efficiency:

• Monitor and analyze food, labor, and overhead costs across the business.
• Recommend ways to improve cost efficiency without compromising quality or service delivery.
• Work with procurement and operations to implement cost-saving initiatives.

Financial Planning & Strategy:

• Support the MD and management team with strategic financial planning.
• Participate in business expansion analysis, including feasibility studies for new outlet locations or services.

Internal Controls & Compliance:

• Ensure accounting processes comply with internal policies, tax regulations, and financial best practices.
• Assist audit department in conducting internal audits and ensure financial controls are enforced.

Operational Support:

• Collaborate with operations managers to understand financial drivers of each outlet.
• Provide training to outlet managers on interpreting financial reports and managing budgets.

Data Management & Systems:

• Maintain accurate and timely financial records using accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage, or any internal system).
• Improve data collection systems for better financial monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ACA, ACCA, or ICAN certification (preferred or in progress).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in the food or retail industry.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.