About this role
Based in Lagos, the Accountant will manage Smart Energies Solutions Limited's financial records, reporting, tax and statutory obligations. The role provides reliable financial information and controls to support the Managing Director and leadership in decision-making, project costing, cash management and growth.
What you would do
- Maintain complete and accurate books of account in line with IFRS and Nigerian laws.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis by deadlines.
- Post journals, accruals, prepayments and depreciation as part of month-end close.
- Reconcile bank statements and supplier, customer and inter-company accounts.
- Coordinate year-end external audit and prepare year-end schedules.
- Compute, file and remit all applicable taxes on time and ensure statutory compliance.
What they are asking for
- BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance or related field; second-class lower or upper credit preferred.
- Full professional membership of ICAN or ANAN, or equivalent recognised body (ACCA or ICAEW); ACA/FCA status; good standing with up-to-date subscriptions.
- Minimum of five years post-qualification experience in accounting/finance; at least two years in a supervisory or senior role; SME or growth-stage experience; energy/renewable/engineering/trading/project-based sector advantageous.
- Proven experience in IFRS reporting, tax compliance, audit coordination and month-end close.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax laws (VAT, WHT, CIT, PAYE), CAMA and payroll requirements; proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho Books, SAP or similar) and advanced Excel.
- Core competencies include integrity, confidentiality, attention to detail, clear communication, time management, initiative and collaborative working.
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