About this role
Accountant at Axiom Intel Nigeria Limited
Axiom Intel Nigeria Limited, a commercial strategy and solutions company with technology at its core, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Lagos
About the Role
- We are seeking a competent and experienced Accountant to take on the role of Finance & Administration Manager.
- The successful candidate will provide financial leadership and oversee administrative operations, ensuring sound financial management, regulatory compliance, effective internal controls and efficient use of company resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, forecasts and financial plans aligned with business objectives.
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and financial statements in accordance with applicable reporting standards.
- Manage cash flow, treasury operations, banking relationships and working capital to maintain healthy liquidity.
- Monitor revenue, expenditure and profitability, analyse budget variances and recommend measures to improve financial performance and control costs.
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls, manage financial risks and coordinate internal and external audits.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian tax, pension and other statutory requirements, including timely filings and remittances.
- Oversee payroll processing, statutory deductions and employee expense reimbursements, working closely with HR.
- Manage procurement, vendor selection and contract administration to ensure value for money.
- Maintain accurate asset registers and depreciation schedules, and coordinate asset verification exercises.
- Oversee office administration, facilities, fleet, security, utilities, office supplies, travel, logistics and business support services.
- Develop financial models, dashboards and performance reports to support management decisions and assess investment opportunities.
- Coordinate insurance administration, support business continuity planning and implement measures to address operational risks.
Requirements
- A relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management, with exposure to administrative operations.
- Professional accounting certification, such as ICAN or ACCA, will be an added advantage.
- Sound knowledge of financial reporting, IFRS, budgeting, internal controls and applicable Nigerian tax and statutory requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organisational, communication and leadership skills.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Salary
N350,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.