Sterling Asset Management & Trustees Limited Vacancy for an Accountant

Sterling Asset Management & Trustees Limited - We are a reputable and fast growing securities firm that provides exceptional, objective advice and customized portfolio solutions to a select group of clients while adding value to our client’s portfolio and ensuring that their wealth is continually preserved. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Accountant Location: Lagos Responsibilities The ideal candidate will get best financial returns for our clients by buying and selling stocks, shares and other financial products. He/She will be required to:

• Ensure adequate planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for the company
• Timely and accurately report monthly management information as required.
• Ensures all recommendations by external auditors are adequately attended to
• Account and transaction reconciliation.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Financial Officer as required.
• Report monthly, quarterly financial statements and company performance against the budget.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of the company’s financial statements in line with statutory requirements and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

• A first degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or any other related discipline
• Must have Practical industry experience.
• Must be of good character and integrity
• A minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in a reputable stock-broking firm.
• Must be an Associate Member of relevant professional bodies (ICAN, ACCA, CIS)
• Must be a licensed stock broker.

• Have a good understanding of the dynamics of investments and and securities.
• Must be analytical to study financial data and identify investment opportunities.
• Good ethical conduct.
• Have the confidence to advice clients about the most prudent and rewarding investment options.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Initiative
• Physical & Metal alertness
• Ability to adapt to fast changing situations.
• Be able to work with as part and lead a team.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills to interact with brokers, banks, investment houses and regulators.