Senior Financial / Management Accountant (Deputy HOD) at Rosabon Financial Services Full Time

Rosabon Financial Services, an award-winning company is a member of the Concept Group. Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN on April 22, 1993 and being a long-standing member of the Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria (ELAN), the organization has evolved into Nigeria’s leading Non-Banking Financial Intermediary and Equipment Leasing firm focused on niche and general markets.

Rosabon Financial Services is currently seeking for application from qualified applicants to fill the vacant position in the company.

Job Title: Senior Financial / Management Accountant (Deputy HOD)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Maintaining accurate books, records and schedules of all accounts.
• Ensures timely preparation of periodic financials reports
• Prepare for and review annual audit work papers and ensure adjustments journals are passed to agree company’s books and records with the audited financial statements;
• Work with internal and external auditors during field work exercise and in the preparation of annual audited financial statements.
• Monthly review of bank reconciliations, loan schedules, etc.
• Manage all intercompany transactions and ensure reconciliation
• Develop and monitor all financial systems with a view to improve and streamline procedures.
• Ensure that policies and procedures set by Group are implemented and internal controls are operating effectively.
• Responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate completion of all weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Ensure that all accounting systems, procedures are in line with the International Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standard
• Maintain quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting;
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls;
• Continuously update, review and document the Company’s financial policies and procedures
• Lead staff development and succession planning for financial Control team members
• Actively recruit, mentor and develop team members’ capability and future leadership potential
• Ensures statutory and internal reporting are in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations, and are fully compliant with company’s policies and procedures
• Implements effective accounting procedures and internal controls which conform to corporate standards and best practices.
• Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties including customers, vendors, advisors and external auditors
• Maintain efficient and effective fixed assets system covering the day-to-day recording and control over the company’s fixed assets.
• Scrutinize payment vouchers before payment is effected with a view to controlling expenses.
• Attend to internal and external Audit request/enquiries and ensure Audit report recommendations are followed up and implemented according to company’s procedures.
• Ensuring timely rendition of statutory returns to government agencies
• Ensure and supervises the documentation of Asset & Liabilities Committee Meeting ( ALCO)
• Other functions that may be required by Management

Tax- Functions

• Minimizes legally required taxes by studying regulations, presenting strategies to the management
• Responsible to legally minimizes tax liabilities through informed application of tax laws and regulations
• Manage tax compliance, reporting, and filing for the Group
• Oversee tax audit exercises and follow up with the relevant government agencies
• Work closely with the company’s tax consultants on tax-related matters
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns
• Establish appropriate system or processes for tax risk management for the Group
• Recommends tax strategies by researching federal, state, and local taxation issues
• Provide internal tax advisory services and support on business operation matters to the Group
• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related fields.
• 5 years experience in the field at minimum, preferably in the Financial Services industry
• Internationally recognized accounting professional qualifications (ACA CPA, ACCA, CMA,)
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills and meticulous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Well –developed accounting skill and IFRS Knowledge
• High level of integrity and ethical behaviour – sets a good example
• Proven record of leading and developing subordinates
• Strong ability to prioritize, multi-task and delegate
• Solid team player with high energy and go get attitude to deliver results
• High degree of resilience, self-initiative with a positive attitude
• Mature, proactive, resourceful and hands-on with good initiative.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.