Expires 2 weeks from now
Accounting Officer
account payable management
contract
Lagos,
Nigeria
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Job Summary
We are currently hiring Accounting Officers. Please see below details.
Requirements
Qualifications Essential(E) Desirable (D) A first degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, economics or a business-related discipline. E Qualified (or student member at the final stage of qualification) with a recognised professional accounting body (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA). E Experience and technical knowledge Essential(E) Desirable (D) Minimum of one (1) year of industry/or consulting experience working in an accounting/ finance-related position. E Knowledge of accounting fundamentals, concepts and conventions as well as bookkeeping principles. E Strong technical knowledge, understanding, application and interpretation of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) E Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite particularly Excel. E Working knowledge of accounting software and ERP. E Specific knowledge of key processes involved in any of the following: E –Accounts receivable management and revenue recognition –Accounts payable management and cost accounting –Treasury operations –Accounts preparation and consolidation Good understanding of treasury and other financial management-related concepts. D Skills and personal attributes Essential(E) Desirable (D) Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate. E Quantitative, attention-to-detail, problem solving and analytical skills. E Good verbal and written communication skills. E Ability to demonstrate commitment to ethical standards and high level of integrity. E Ability to research, read, comprehend and critically examine accounting standards and other pronouncements in order to have an informed point of view . E Personal drive and positive work ethic to deliver results within tight deadlines and in demanding situations without compromising on quality and ethical standards and values. E Ability to challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. D
About Company
KPMG Professional Services
KPMG Professional Services and KPMG Advisory Services are the KPMG member firm in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria sinc e 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and intern ational organisations within the Nigerian business community.Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential. At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients to cut through complexities of the business world finding solutions and adding value. Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective give us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firms clients a distinct edge over their competitors. As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depends on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy. Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people and the community, thereby enabling Nigerias success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. The firm has a full complement of 59 partners and over 1500 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax and advisory services. KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sec tor in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business performance and operations.