Accountant / Resident Auditor in an Engineering Company

Michael Stevens Consulting - Our client, an Engineering concern is seeking a suitably qualified candidate to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Accountant / Resident Auditor Location: Rivers

Responsibilities

Make appropriate corrections wherever necessary.
Document all audit reports and findings for the top management.
Implement best practices and procedures in all audit systems and accounting functions.
Assess and evaluate internal controls of accounting functions.
Prepare audit reports on a periodic basis for the top management.
Ensure completion of all audit programs on time.
Manage all accounting transactions
Prepare budget forecasts
Ensure timely bank payments
Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
Initiate and implement effective auditing system to control all financial operations and processes.
Create internal audit system for effective functioning of finance department.
Guide and lead audit teams to achieve audit goals and objectives.
Review and reconcile all customers, vendors and ledger balances.
Publish financial statements in time
Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
Audit financial transactions and documents
Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
Comply with financial policies and regulations

Requirements

Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
Work experience as an Accountant
Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience with general ledger functions
Additional certification (ICAN or equivalent is a plus)
Experience in an audit firm is a plus
Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree