Accountant Job in Lagos at Sankore Investments

Sankore Investments is a global investment and advisory boutique with a strong focus on African markets. Drawing on the strengths of our people and our strong global partnerships, we provide investment advisory services, wealth management services and offer a variety of funds designed to cater to the needs of a global clientele of both individuals and institutions.


We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• Monthly bank reconciliation
• Accounts receivable duties as necessary
• Prepare and post month end revenue accruals
• Prepare and post journal entries as required
• Support and assist with day to day operational functions in the Accounting Department
• Assist on special projects as required
• Assist in obtaining financial and non-financial information needed by department heads and others
• Such other duties that may be required that may fall within the parameters of the primary responsibility of the position.
• Prepare month end A/R reconciliation
• Prepare month end reconciliation for specific prepaid accounts
• Assist with the entry and maintenance of fixed asset register
• Prepare petty cash schedules for month end and yearly audit

• B.Sc Accounting or related qualifications.
• Minimum 3-5 years bookkeeping/accounting experience and accounts receivable experience
• Must possess ICAN or ACCA qualification
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of IFRS.

• Effective time management skills
• Analytical and good attention to detail
• Self-motivated/self-directed
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Reliable and flexible
• Honesty and integrity