Chief Accountant (Kano)

JOB TITLE: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
LOCATION: KANO
INDUSTRY: MANUFACTURING

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage all activities of the accounting department and allocate duties to ensure that all tasks are completed within prescribed timescales.
Ensure the Treasury Management and Banking functions operate in accordance with legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements.
Manage and monitor accounting procedures for compliance with all state and federal regulations, coordinate and facilitate external audit requirements.
Arrange and conduct training on accountancy or financial systems issues as required.
Provide guidance to other Accountants when needed.
Manage Complex reconciliations of income.
Review and analyze GL accounts and balance Sheet accounts reconciliation in addition to preparing month-end Journal entries.
Contribute to the preparation of the annual revenue and capital budgets, monitoring of financial performance and completion of the annual accounts.
Streamline operational and administrative support functions by implementing changes to improve internal controls, save time and increase work productivity.
Carry out any other duties that are within the scope and grading of the position

REQUIREMENTS
B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration, ICAN (added advantage)
8-10years proven working experience as Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor or Finance Manager
Knowledge in using TALLY ERP 9 is a must
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite / ERP Tally, Odoo, Sage or Quickbooks Accounting Package
Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
Ability to manipulate large amounts of data
Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to direct and supervise
Must have in-depth knowledge of Tax matters.
Must possess leadership, analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills