Accountant

Job Introduction

Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a multinational marine logistics company to recruit an Accountant for its operations. The position is based in Lagos Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Manage the company financial and account with respect to petty cash, client invoicing, country Taxes, documentation for transactions, monthly accounting reports, expenses / back charging, budgeting and cash requests
• Petty Cash: Prepare a monthly fund request based on operational needs,
• Manage the petty cash and record the movements in Excel.  Obtain all supporting documentation for all transactions. Prepare a monthly accounting report and communicate it to finance team in Monaco.
• Manage the supplier payment requests and back charging vouchers: weekly summary of invoice to pay with back charging information to be sent along with supporting documents.
• Manage budgeting and cash requesting if cash levels are low.
• Develop financial plan and provide financial advisory support to Management and Board
• Develop matrices that monitor Profit and Cost Units
• Intercompany Account Management : Manages the intercompany accounts with partners  and shipowners
• Foreign Exchange Coordination : Sources for foreign exchange from reputable sources and competitive rates for the company
• Supplier Management : Follow up on credit terms obtained from suppliers and ensures company meets those credit terms
• Credit Control : Monitors client invoicing processes and DSOs. Maintain relationships with staff of client’s organizations in the finance/accounts departments
• Government Authorities : Ensures company makes payments for all licences, permits and tariffs before expiration
• Budget : Prepares Annual budget in conjunction with Head office and also monitors  budget performance
• Taxation : Manage the tax consultant hired by company and ensure all tax payments are budgeted for and payments with companies Tax clearance certificates always up to date
• Audit : Work closely with Head Office and external auditors for audits
• PO Management – Develop and maintain the PO structure

Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelor degree in Accounting

7 – 10 years  of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Shipping or Oil and Gas Industry, but not essential.

Must be a Chartered accountant registered with ICAN or ACCA

Professional certification in Taxation

Profficent in SAGE accounting software

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.