QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
At least a first degree in Accounting or Advanced level training in accounts .
At least five (5-10) years’ experience in accounting;
Experienced and demonstrated use of QuickBooks, Sage or similar accounting software;
Experience in preparing audit schedules for external auditors
Experience in accounting for non-profit institutions would be an asset.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Ability to efficiently utilize accounting, word processing, database management and spreadsheet software
programmes;
Ability to prepare and interpret financial documentation and reports;
Report writing, Data Acquisition and Analysis skills;
Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources.
Ability to communicate and relate effectively with persons at all levels;
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Prepare, analyze and report weekly, monthly, quarterly gross margin analysis by brand by customer type
Assist in month-end closing, prepare journal entries as necessary, analyze inventory evaluation, inventory roll forward
Prepare collateral reporting
Coordinate with IT department for system issues, maintenance and development such as production, purchasing, import/export, accounts payable, accounts receivable, import/export IT, receiving, shipping, and other.
Assist in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 implementation
Analyze cost accounting data and assist with cycle count/physical inventories
Maintain internal control documentation and test internal controls
Prepare detailed account analysis and reconcile sales, cost and inventory, liability accounts by customer type by division
Review and analyze inventory and margin reports, conduct research and perform analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability
Work in special projects as required
Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules and others
Ensure timely submission, accuracy and validity of inventory, gross margin schedules to management
Candidates must clearly demonstrate in writing that they have met all of the above criteria.Failure to do so may result in your application not receiving further consideration.Send your application, including Resume or CV’S via email and use job title and location in forwarding their applications(ACCOUNTANT/ACCOUNT OFFICER LAGOS).Candidates must reside in Lagos State and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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