Accountant
Port Harcourt - Nigeria
Job Summary
A reputable organization in Port Harcourt is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to join its finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial records preparing reports monitoring transactions ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting the organizations financial operations.
The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills a sound understanding of accounting principles and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Reconcile bank statements and company accounts regularly.
- Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports.
- Monitor cash flow expenses and budget performance.
- Assist in preparing financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
- Process payroll and related statutory deductions where applicable.
- Maintain the general ledger and perform journal entries.
- Support internal and external audit activities.
- Monitor financial transactions and identify discrepancies or irregularities.
- Assist management with financial analysis and decision-making through timely reporting.
- Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of financial records and supporting documents.
- Bachelors Degree or HND in Accounting Finance Economics or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 25 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience in preparing financial reports reconciliation and statutory compliance documentation.
- Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Sage Zoho Books SAP or similar platforms is an advantage.
- ACA ACCA ICAN ANAN or equivalent professional certification is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good understanding of tax regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
- Timely completion of reconciliation.
- Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Effective management of accounts payable and receivable.
- Accuracy of financial records and documentation.
- Support provided for audits and financial reviews.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Results-oriented and proactive.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Required Skills:
Requirements Educational Qualifications Bachelors Degree or HND in Accounting Finance Economics or a related discipline. Experience Minimum of 25 years of relevant accounting experience. Experience in preparing financial reports reconciliation and statutory compliance documentation. Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Sage Zoho Books SAP or similar platforms is an advantage. Professional Certifications ACA ACCA ICAN ANAN or equivalent professional certification is an added advantage. Required Skills and Competencies Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. Excellent analytical and numerical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good understanding of tax regulations and statutory compliance requirements. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports. Timely completion of reconciliation. Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Effective management of accounts payable and receivable. Accuracy of financial records and documentation. Support provided for audits and financial reviews. Personal Attributes High level of integrity and professionalism. Strong problem-solving abilities. Results-oriented and proactive. Ability to work collaboratively within a team. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.