Accounting Supervisor

About this role

The role is for an Accounting Supervisor in the Finance team of Cummins Inc., based in Lagos, Nigeria. The position involves leading and overseeing general ledger maintenance, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, and upholding accounting policies and procedures. The role requires driving accurate financial reporting, reviewing complex financial data, and validating account reconciliations and financial statements. It also covers strengthening internal controls, addressing financial risks, and developing a high-performing accounting team. The employer is a global power leader with multiple business units focused on engines and related technologies, serving customers worldwide.

What you would do

• Lead and oversee maintenance of the general ledger ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions
• Implement and uphold accounting policies, practices and procedures
• Drive accurate financial reporting by reviewing, analysing and recording complex financial information, revenue and expenditure transactions
• Review and validate account reconciliations, balance sheet accounts, P&L statements and consolidated financial reports
• Identify control weaknesses and financial risks and lead remedial actions to strengthen internal controls
• Conduct research and analysis on complex accounting matters and provide recommendations
• Enhance financial operations by designing and maintaining accounting systems and processes
• Develop and lead a high-performing accounting team through coaching and feedback
• Support compliance with financial regulations and statutory obligations
• Maintain understanding of financial reporting standards and company policies

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA or ACCA) required
• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive accounting and Nigerian tax compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Big Four audit or consulting experience is an added advantage
• Strong financial analysis skills to interpret data and provide insights
• Robust internal controls and ability to identify and remediate control gaps
• Solid understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements
• Technical accounting expertise to research and account for complex transactions

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