FINCA International, one of the world’s leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than one million clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East.

FINCA International is seeking an experienced accounting professional who thrives in dynamic environments to be part of the establishment and management of FINCA’s regulated microfinance bank start-up in Owerri, Nigeria.We are recruiting to fill the below job position; Job Title: Chief Accountant
Location: Nigeria
Job Code: 1186

The Chief Accountant is a senior member of the Finance and Administration department reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer. S/he ensures the overall supervision of the section, safeguards the company’s physical and financial assets with the aim of maximizing returns. S/he reviews the inventory as well as (he accounts records. S/he further oversees the smooth running of the department in the absence of the CFO/Finance Manager.
Duties

  • Supervise the preparation, recording, control, monitoring, maintenance and reconciliation of financial transactions and provide overall management of the accounts of the company
  • Ensure timely preparation and fair presentation of accounting records, financial statements and tax/statutory withholding returns in accordance with internal procedures and policies, IFRS accounting standards and all applicable regulatory requirements and avail financial reports and records to Management, the Board or other stakeholders as required.
  • Evaluate and improve work processes to improve efficiency, quality and reliability
  • Supervise, train and manage performance of staff within the department


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Degree in Accounting, CPA/ACCA or Chartered Accountancy Equivalent is required (Master’s Degree is preferred)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial management of or accounting in a company (preferably a financial institution) and at least 2 years’ experience supervising accounting functions
  • Experienced with at least one type of accounting software; experience in management of accounts in a core banking system (especially FLEXCUBE retail) is highly beneficial
  • A sound knowledge of microfinance and principles and banking practices
  • Proficient in MS-Office Suite (especially Excel); Experience in Microfin is beneficial
  • Fluency in English is required; fluency in Igbo or other local language desired


Candidate Profile:

  • Commitment to establishing a successful function within a growing organization
  • Willingness to relocate to or within Nigeria and to travel within the country (up to 15% of time)
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
  • Highly attentive to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills
  • Results-oriented, with the ability to drive projects from inception to execution stages
  • Enterprising personality with the ability to adapt and acquire new skills
  • Strong fit to FINCA’s desired corporate culture and values, and is committed to furthering FINCA’s mission and vision. In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity
  • Understands the needs of a start-up, with willingness and ability to perform duties beyond the scope of work

How To Apply
Interested qualified candidates should;
Click Here To Apply Online


Application Deadline Date
Closes by 27th June, 2013.
In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme. A discharge certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme. Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.
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