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Chartered Accountant at Volition Capital Investments Limited

Volition Capital was set up to help the honest and hardworking to create wealth. We fulfill our mandate through investment education, cooperatives and partnerships with credible local and international investment companies. Our target audience is working professionals and retirees.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chartered Accountant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Roles and Responsibilities

Preparation of financial reports such as financial statements including cash flow statements and budget performance.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e. IFRS, GAAP, FASB), rules, regulations, and systems of internal control.
Aid in the implementation of new accounting policies, standards, and guidelines.
Provide accurate, timely, and relevant recording, reporting, and analysis of financial information.
Create and analyze liability, asset, and capital accounts by compiling electronic data and required documentation.
Comply with all federal, state, and local protocols including legal requirements, and interpret new and existing legislation
Create and oversee the implementation of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for accounting policy and regulations, and roll out reconciliation procedures
Focus on tax compliance, state business registration, contract review, and tax filing
Play a vital part in the company's financial management which includes all monthly and annual account reconciliations and reporting to necessary parties
Maintain and reconcile investment portfolios, ensuring accurate recording of transactions and performance metrics.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Must be a Chartered Accountant.
Knowledge of risk management and process control frameworks is a strong advantage
Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills and highly detail-oriented.
Experience working with accounting software
Working knowledge of tax filing and tax compliance as it pertains to state and federal-level regulations
Must be an outstanding communicator, and have established skills in accuracy, organization, and working in a high-volume environment.
Demonstrable understanding of IFRS; DipIFRS is a strong advantage
Proven experience of 5 - 7 years in accounting/finance with Big 4 firms is an added advantage.
Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, QuickBooks, and other accounting software).
Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, journal adjustments, preparation of all financial statements, and financial reporting.