Fixed Asset Accountant

About this role

The role is for a Fixed Asset Manager at Dangote, based in Kogi. The position oversees the full fixed asset management function, including tracking, valuation, capitalization, and reporting of all fixed and intangible assets. It supports decision-making with analysis, enforces internal controls, and ensures compliance with accounting standards and policies. The employer, Dangote Group, operates across cement, sugar, salt, flour, noodles, poly products, logistics, real estate, and investments, with a focus on local manufacturing and employment. The role involves coordinating with multiple teams to safeguard assets and drive improvements in asset accounting processes in line with IFRS.

What you would do

• Approve Asset Under Construction codes and ensure proper account assignment for fixed asset related PR/PO.
• Establish, implement and monitor internal controls, procedures and documentation for fixed asset recording.
• Review and approve periodic impairment assessments for tangible and intangible assets.
• Oversee timely and accurate recording of asset acquisitions, transfers, capitalization and disposals.
• Monitor compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts and ensure closure of completed AUC projects.
• Conduct periodic reviews of the fixed asset register for disposals or write-offs.
• Reconcile fixed asset subsidiary ledger balances with the general ledger monthly.
• Oversee depreciation calculations and postings for fixed, intangible, and ROU assets.
• Prepare and review audit schedules related to fixed and intangible assets; liaise with auditors.
• Lead analyses on fixed assets performance and lifecycle for management decisions.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• ICAN or ACCA certification or in advanced stage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS (IAS 16, IAS 36, IAS 23) and fixed asset lifecycle processes.
• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel.
• At least 5 years managing large asset registers, WIP, reconciliations and audits.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure.

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