Company Accountant at Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited

Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited provides premium solutions to businesses in the primary and secondary sectors of the economy, especially those in solid minerals, extractive industry, manufacturing industry and agriculture. Some of its clients are Zuma 828 Coal Limited, IMEX Mineral Resources and Processing Company, Zuma Energy Nigeria Limited, Zuma Steel W/A Limited, and Zuma Metals & Energy Resources Limited.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Company Accountant

Location: Abuja, (FCT)

Job Summary

• The Company Accountant will be responsible for managing the organisation’s financial records, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• The role includes preparing financial statements, overseeing budgets and cash flow, managing payroll and statutory remittances, supporting audits, and providing financial insights to guide management decision-making.

Responsibilties

• Financial Management: Manage the company's finances, including financial planning, management of financial risks, record-keeping, and financial reporting.
• Financial Presentation: Present financial results and insights to the leadership team and other stakeholders, highlighting key issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Cash Flow and Treasury Management: Manage and oversee the cash flow of the company, ensuring it has appropriate treasury controls in place to minimize financial risk.
• Hedging and Foreign Currencies: Manage hedging strategies and foreign currency transactions to mitigate financial risks and optimize financial performance.
• Banking and Borrowing: Manage and oversee the company's banking and borrowing arrangements, ensuring optimal financing structures and minimizing financial costs.
• Staff Development: Train, mentor, and develop finance staff to ensure high performance, succession planning, and knowledge sharing.
• Financial and Payment Functions: Oversee financial and payment functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions and reporting.
• Revenue Growth and Cost Reduction: Advise and implement best practice methods to increase revenue and reduce costs, driving business growth and financial sustainability.
• Policy Review and Development: Review and develop formal finance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Daily Bank Reconciliations: Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records and minimize financial discrepancies.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit reports on Liquidity Forecast, Fund Use, and Schedule of Funding to ensure timely and informed decision-making.
• Ad-hoc Responsibilities: Perform other roles as assigned by the CEO or CFO, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in response to changing business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Economics
• A master’s degree or professional certifications like CPA, ACCA, or CFA are highly preferred
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, corporate finance, and risk management.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.

Application Closing Date
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