Senior Finance Officer at Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a non-profit organization that promotes the interests of the business community in Lagos, Nigeria. It provides a platform for businesses to express their opinions and concerns regarding legislative or other measures affecting trade, industry, commerce, and agriculture. The organization also represents the views of the Lagos business community on the economy as a whole. Its main goal is to support the growth and success of businesses in Lagos by advocating for their interests and providing resources and support.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Head of Finance

Job Summary

The Foremost Chamber of Commerce and industry in Africa (respected globally) is sourcing for a resourceful and professional Senior Finance Officer to its formidable Finance team.
The Job holder is to support the core functions for smooth and accurate report generation, payment processing, proper book-keeping, and investment tracking among others.

Job Description

Ensure accurate Departmental monthly Reporting by 13th of next month.
File Annual Tax Return with appropriate/ relevant tax authority by Jan 20th Every Year
Prompt Supervision of all Postings to ensure accuracy.
Ensure that all Internal Audit matters are resolved promptly.
Ensure accurate Payment process-authorization, WHT deductions etc are carried out promptly.
Prepare Budget Performance Analysis on the 13th of the proceeding month.
Prepare Final Accounts monthly on the 13th of proceeding month.
Prompt preparation of annual unit and consolidated budget
Timely supervision of all payments to vendors and staff
Any and every other function to ensure a world-class accounts Department.

Job Requirements / Competencies

B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Banking &Finance, Business Administration, or any related discipline with 5-6 years experience.
The Job Holder must have 5 years cognate experience, supervisory capacity/experience.
Professional accounting qualification (ICAN/ACCA) is mandatory.
M.Sc in accounting or any related course is an added advantage.
Has a sound understanding of accounting concepts and reporting requirements under relevant accounting standards and has a sound understanding of VAT and WHT requirements.
Cognate experience with bank reconciliation in insurance & previous financial accounting experience.
Has a good eye for details and a very good knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, and ERP is an added advantage.
Good interpersonal skills, time management and organization.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Enhanced numerical a nd quantitative skills: These are key as you will be dealing with.

Application Closing Date
12th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Letter of Application to: recruitment@lagoschamber.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate in the recruitment terms, conditions, or benefits of employment on account of race, tribe or ethnicity, age, religion, color, disability, gender, marital status. national origin, physical, beliefs or religion or any other discriminatory grounds.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.