Senior Accountant - Lagos Mainland

Senior Accountant
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rnJob Type
rnFull Time  
rnQualification
rnBA/BSc/HND  
rnExperience
rn3 - 5 years
rnLocation
rnLagos
rnJob Field
rnFinance / Accounting / Audit  
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rnSummary:
rnThe ideal candidate would be responsible for overseeing all accounting activities by developing and implementing accounting principles, practices and procedures to aid in collecting, analyzing, verifying and reporting of financial information. The candidate would also carry out both industrial & business trend analysis and make projections based on findings.
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rnResponsibilities
rnIf you interested in this position then you should be aware that your key responsibilities would include:
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rnFinancial Management
rnStudy trends and set financial targets based on findings
rnPerform financial analysis to determine profitability of projects and the business in general
rnClosely monitor projects to ensure profitability
rnPrepare and present financial reports periodically
rnAccounting & Record Keeping
rnMonitor allocated budget for office maintenance
rnMaintains petty cash transactions and records receipt payments
rnProcesses invoices and prepares payment  in line with established procedures
rnInputs all transactions into an electronic  database or accounting software
rnStore invoices and other financial records in accurate folders
rnProject Support
rnLiaise with Project Manager to ensure that all projects are on track and concluded as at when due
rnMonitor project cost to ensure the team stays within budget
rnAdministration
rnEnsure proper documentation, filing and update of all official documents and database
rnSchedule and facilitate weekly alignment meetings and periodic management meeting
rnReview and escalate/approve requisitions as required
rnEnsure all necessary control documents are signed before project commences
rnGenerate employment/contract letters and confirmation letter for all new hires
rnAttend to all employee related issues including disciplinary actions, leave requests, etc.
rnImplement and update company policies, enforcing disciplinary actions where required
rnDesired Competencies & Experience
rnTo be selected for this role, you should be able to demonstrate the following competencies
rnPossession of a degree in Accounting/Finance discipline
rn3- 5 years’ experience in the construction/building sector
rnProfessional qualification like ICAN/ACCA/CIMA
rnExcellent interpersonal & communication skills
rnGood numerical & analytical skills
rnProblem solving & decision making skills
rnPeople management
rnProficiency in Accounting software packages
rnCandidate must be proactive & self-motivated
rnEntrepreneurial