Sterling Partnership is a mid- sized corporate and commercial law firm. We look out for passionate people and for personal qualities that we believe will contribute positively to the way we run our practice.
We are currently seeking a qualified accountant to join the Accounts department.
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
As an accountant in our firm you will be responsible for performing and reviewing basic accounting entries and will be expected to explain variations in accounts and work with auditors on process improvements. You will follow an individual work plan and meet day-to-day short term objectives.
Job Type: Full Time
Experience: 2 years
Location: Lagos
Responsibilities
a.) Book keeping
b.) Facilitate decision making involving:
- Management, accounting and strategy
- Financial Accounting
- Cost Accounting and Cost Management
- Planning and control
c.) Tax planning
d.) Reports:
- income and expenditure
- budget variance
- Profit and Loss Account
- Balance Sheet
- Client Debtor Report
- Cash flow Report
- Any other reports requested
e.) Interfacing with clients, relevant government/tax authorities and consultants as required
f.) Preparing statutory accounts and detailed monthly management accounts
g.) Managing short term cash flows to optimize interest earned
h.) Ensure adequate processes are in place to maintain the quality and accuracy expected at the company.
Education/Experience
- BSc. Accounting (minimum of 2nd Class Honours)
- Experience in Management Accounting
- CIMA/ACCA/FCA will be an added advantage
Competencies/Personal Attributes
- Integrity
- Innovative and proactive
- Good Work Ethic
- Ability work with minimal/no supervision
- Ability to work well:
- Vertically
- Horizontally
- in multi-disciplinary groups
Application Closing Date:
18th November, 2014
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send CV to:
[email protected]