Job For Accountant at TalentSquare, 19th December, 2018

At talentsqr (RC 1453480), we are helping to find, grow and keep the remarkable assemblage of talent who are potential leaders in various fields as well as emerging specializations. We are champions of great organization culture and values, partnering with key business owners or hiring managers to help them build their organizations. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Accountant Location: Lagos Job Type: Full Time Summary

• The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition
• This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success.
• We are looking for an ambitious Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks
• You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.
• Preparing financial statements and reporting are a large part of the junior accountant’s day-to-day work
• The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail

• Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
• Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
• Assist in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
• Assist with other accounting projects
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations

• Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP)
• Qualifications (ICAN, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is a plus but not required
• B.Sc/B.A in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• Proven experience as a Junior Accountant
• Excellent organizing abilities
• Great attention to detail

• Working in a well structured environment that promotes growth and career fulfillment
• A rewarding system is in place to make sure you get as much and more with whatever you give in you are rewarded and recognition for your hard work
• Health Insurance.