Main purpose of the job
A Financial Management Consulting firm in Ikeja Lagos is in urgent need of an experienced Accountant with proficiency in Tax Audit, Accounting, Auditing and  Book keeping. Competence in Tax Audit, Book-keeping, Audit, preparation of Management account and financial statement is mandatory. Ability to grow Training business is essential.
Key responsibilities
Knowledge in... Accounting, Auditing and Tax Management

Proficiency in Tax Administration, Tax management, Tax Audit and consultancy.
Competent in the preparation of cash flow statements, Income and Expenditure account, Statement of Affairs, Management account and Financial statement.
Competency in Audit functions

Training skills

Ability to identify bespoke training topics, prepare training proposals and training presentation slide.
Ability to source for potential clients and organize open programme training.
Competency in training - soft skill and technical

Business Development service functions

Ability to identify and prospect for potential and emerging SME clients.
Supporting customers in the completion of credit application information requirements e.g. Balance sheets, cash flow Income & Expenditure statement of accounts. financial statements and management accounts.
Ability to prepare Business plans for micro and SME clients.
Credit analysis and appraisal skill and competency.
Client engagement skill.
Provide strategic financial analysis and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the Company.

Personal competences and skills

Critical, Analytical and Strategic Thinking skills
Effective communication skills.
Ability to plan, execute and monitor work across business functions
Thorough knowledge of finance and accounting principles, procedures and practice.
Good interpersonal relationship skills, Team player with a high sense of Emotional intelligence
Organizational management skills and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive and tactful manner.
Ability to plan, manage and follow through on assignments and communicate at all levels of the leadership within and outside the organization.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft  – Ms Words, Excel, Powerpoint etc…..
Creative and Innovative skills.
Decision making and problem solving skills.
People management skill.

Ability to grow the business

Building ongoing relationships customers in the portfolio, and growing same business profitability to achieve organization’s set goals and objectives.
The attainment of work results is critically affected by the ability to proactively market and sell the firms services and offer bespoke solutions in a highly competitive environment.
Ability to grow the firm’s business by pitching for new opportunities, businesses, relationships, contracts and retainership businesses

Work Experience

Minimum of 5 Years proven work experience in an Accounting/ Auditing firm. Must presently be working or have worked in an Accounting / Auditing firm in the last 3 years. Very essential. (candidate who does not fit into this role need not apply)
Proficiency in the usage of Microsoft Words, Excel and Powerpoint and Quick books

Education and Qualifications Requirements

HND/BSc/BA in Accounting
Student /Membership of ACCA/ICAN is a plus
MSc/MBA is a plus more

Job Description

A Chartered Accountant is needed urgently in a new hospitality industry in Lekki, Lagos. Must be familiar with available accounting applications. Preferably females!
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.