Accountant at Lington & Bernie Consulting Limited

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare asset, liability and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information • Document financial transactions by entering account information •
• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options •
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Secure financial information by completing database backups
• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile transactions
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarise the financial status
• Provide technical support and advice on management
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Participate in financial standards setting and in the forecast process •
• Prepare invoices, financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Communicate with Manager and/or Director on work status and client issues that arise
• Computing taxes.
• Keeping informed about current legislation relating to finance and accounting.

Requirements

• Minimum of a OND/HND in Accounting or a related field.
• 1 - 3 years experience in a similar role
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proven work experience as a Financial Accountant
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software
• In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures
• Solid knowledge of accounting regulations and practices in Nigeria.
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality
• Honesty
• Budget preparation and monitoring for the entire company and by the department.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills