Chief Accountant at Bridgemead Consulting

Bridgemead HR provides customized HR solutions to optimize workforce productivity and profitability. Our expert trainers design bespoke training programs, innovative HR strategies, and efficient payroll systems tailored to each client’s unique needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Line: Reports to CFO / Finance Director
Level: Senior Level
Department: Finance
Industry: Steel, Mining and Energy

Role brief

• The Chief Accountant leads the organization’s accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective financial governance.
• The role supports strategic decision-making through timely financial insights and disciplined financial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end accounting operations: general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, inventory, and payroll accounting
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS (or applicable standards)
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Develop and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with finance leadership
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (CIT, VAT, WHT, PAYE) and coordinate tax filings
• Manage external audits and liaise with auditors, regulators, and financial institutions
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost controls to support financial efficiency
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to drive performance and accountability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CPA) required
• 8–12+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, taxation, and financial reporting standards
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Key Competencies:

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Internal Controls | Tax Management
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• ERP Systems
• Leadership & Team Management
• Analytical Thinking.

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career.bridgemeadnghr@gmail.com using "Chief Accountant" as the subject of the email.