Head; Accounting Department

Lagos

Full-Time


Competitive

Experience : 5 years




Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions.
• Ensure the monthly and quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support budget and forecasting activities.
• Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.
• Respond to inquiries from the Director of Finance, Controller, and other finance and firm wide managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like.
• Supervise the general ledger group to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and give advice on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements.
• To successfully secure this opportunity, the candidate must have.

Should be able to showcase:

• Governance and Ethics sensitivity (integrity)
• Respectful and flexible
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Demonstrative of sound work ethics
• Ability to work in a diverse multicultural environment
• Ability to prioritize and handle several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to learn quickly and think on feet
• Strong analytic skills in assessing business opportunities and tracking results
• Excellent interpersonal communication, teamwork and project management skills
• Ability to operate in an environment with minimal supervision
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel (Advanced), Power Point
• Ability to communicate in writing, through email, reports, or orally that is related to complex accounts matters
• The ability to plan, organize, prioritize and process multiple and simultaneous projects and assignments accurately
• Strong attention to detail - accurate data gathering, insightful analysis, ability to manage with flawless execution
• Industry regulatory and standard changes with in depth understanding of the political, social, economic and cultural context of the entertainment industry
• An understanding of relevant municipal legislation, policies and procedures
• Operational and Management Research skills
• Accounting and Statistical Sampling
• Organizational, Project Management skills and ability to promote value to the Administrative department of the organization

How to Apply;
Applicants should forward their resume and cover letter to the HRM on [email protected]. Latest the 11th September on or before 12noon. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.