Swift Consulting - Our client in the Agricultural sector is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Owerri, Imo
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The accountant will be responsible for managing financial transactions, preparing financial statements, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Perform monthend and yearend closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Conduct regular financial analysis, monitor variances, and report on financial performance to management.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian accounting standards and tax regulations.
- Prepare and submit tax returns, including VAT, PAYE, and other relevant taxes, within the specified deadlines.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and monitor budgetary performance.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
- Support external audits and ensure timely and accurate provision of requested information.
- Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Stay updated with changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ICAN, or similar is preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or financial services setting.
- Solid knowledge of Nigerian accounting standards and tax regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Integrity and adherence to ethical accounting practices.
Application Closing Date
16th June, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using "ACCOUNTANT" as the subject of the mail.
Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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