Accountant in Ikoyi Lagos

Our client a coffee shop is looking to hire an Accountant in Ikoyi Lagos to document all financial transactions of her outlet, keeping track of the inventory, cash flow and income statements. 

Pay – 65k

Location – Ikoyi/V.I

Job Responsibilities for an Accountant in Ikoyi Lagos:

• Task reporting and inventory processing.
• Collecting and analyzing data which is then used to in the preparation of weekly and monthly estimates for the brand.
• Assisting with the preparation of year-end accounts and statutory accounts.
• Examining financial records to check for accuracy.
• Provide financial support including forecasting, budgeting and analyzing variations from the budget.
• Generate monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting.
• Other duties may be assigned.
•  Ensure that financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations.
• Keeping account books and systems up to date.
• Evaluating financial operations to recommend best practices, identify issues and strategize solutions, and help organizations run efficiently.
• Publish financial statements in time.

Job Requirements:

• BSc in Accounting or Banking and Finance
• At least 1-2 years of working experience.
• Additional certification is a plus.
• Good analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with expert knowledge of excel.
• To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes.

Soft skills:

• Ability to communicate complex information in a clear and understandable way.
• Excellent time and management skills.
• Enhanced numerical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to pay strong attention to detail in order to keep the information accurate and organized.

Technical skills:

•  Understanding the basic functions of a business to accurately analyze and interpret financial data. 
• Ability to use advanced accounting software and other computer-based tools to work effectively. 
• Collecting and analyzing financial data to identify patterns and potential issues.
• Good knowledge of maths and calculations.