Accountant (Financial Reporting) Job in Lagos at GE Nigeria

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Job Title: Accountant (Financial Reporting)

Job Number: 2284172
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Business: GE Global Operations
Business Segment: Global Ops-Middle East & Africa

Role Summary/Purpose

• As an Accountant with some experience you will be responsible for supporting more senior accountants and performing and reviewing basic accounting entries. At this level you will be expected to explain variations in accounts and work with auditors on process improvements. You will follow an individual work plan and meets day-to-day short term objectives.

• Prepare and review account reconciliations
• Prepare and review journal entries ensuring compliance with local accounting procedures and US GAAP
• Engage with auditors to answer questions in regards to control processes and account reconciliations
• Prepare analysis and explanations behind variations for DR4 reporting
• Drive the timely preparation of assigned journal entries driving increased efficiency
• Prepare periodic balance sheet analysis

• A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required (please indicate clearly on your resume)
• Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Accounting or Finance (or a high school diploma/GED or equivalent with at least 4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role)

• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong orientation towards process improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills