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General Ledger Accountant
About this role
The role is for a General Ledger Accountant to join HBM Nigeria Plc in Lagos. The incumbent will manage the general ledger, ensure IFRS compliance and adherence to local statutory requirements and group policies. The position involves preparing accurate monthly closes, reconciliations, inter‑company reconciliations, and supporting statutory reporting, audits and process improvements. The employer, HBM Nigeria Plc (formerly Lafarge Africa Plc), is a Nigerian building solutions company and part of the Huaxin Building Materials Group, listed on the NGX. The job requires in‑depth knowledge of accounting standards, ERP systems and cement industry accounting practices.
What you would do
- Support ad hoc financial reporting and prepare required schedules.
- Ensure general ledger balances align with sub‑modules and bank balances.
- Perform periodic balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in preparing statutory information and validate data for statutory results.
- Ensure accurate, timely monthly closing processes.
- Manage changes in accounting policies received from Group and Country.
- Perform monthly inter‑company reconciliations with other units to achieve zero variances.
- Lead month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end closings.
- Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews with supporting analysis.
- Maintain provisions and accruals; ensure open inter‑company items are reconciled and closed.
What they are asking for
- Minimum 5 years post‑NYSC work experience, with at least 3 years in a similar role.
- Practical knowledge of IAS/IFRS and advanced MS Excel.
- Familiarity with local statutory financial reporting requirements.
- Good knowledge of an ERP environment (ideally JDE or SAP).
- Strong understanding of cement accounting and internal controls.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Social Sciences.
- ACA/ACCA certification preferred.
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