Lead Accountant

Job Title

Lead Accountant

Location

Port Harcourt, Rivers

Employment Type

Full-time

Description

• Our client is seeking a competent, detail-oriented Lead Accountant to join its team.
• The ideal candidate would be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and driving compliance with regulatory standards.
• The ideal candidate will provide leadership to the accounting team, manage financial processes, and support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Supervise and review general ledger activities to ensure all transactions are properly recorded and reconciled.
• Lead loan accounting processes, including loan disbursements, repayments, interest recognition, and portfolio tracking.
• Conduct periodic financial audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of statutory and regulatory reports, including VAT, SCUML, and other compliance requirements.
• Monitor and reconcile income, customer repayments, and accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Review statements of accounts and investigate discrepancies or exceptions.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to support financial planning.
• Track portfolio performance and provide insights on financial risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate internal reporting, includingweekly and monthly activity reports.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and mentoring to junior accounting staff.
• Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders as required.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with loan accounting and portfolio management is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

Salary

N250,000 - N350,000 per month.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.