General Accountant at Asphalt Unity Construction Limited

Asphalt Unity Construction Limited is a multifaceted engineering firm. Dynamic and vastly experienced with well-qualified engineers from different establishments coming together to put their knowledge and experience to work. The result is the success we are seeing today within a short period of time. Asphalt Unity Construction Limited is into Civil / Mechanical Engineering, Building and Earthwork. We have maintained excellence in the services we render to our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Accountant
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• Lead the Payable and Receivable teams in ensuring proper account balancing at both ends.
• Report to the Financial Controller on the team’s daily activities and
• Confirm the accuracy of received invoices from customers and transporters
• Act as a point of contact between the team and the Head of Accounts
• Compile, type, and prepare monthly reports using the designed template.
• Oversee and supervise database entry of customers and transporters to ensure accuracy and minimal/zero error.
• Carry out any other duty assigned.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (ICAN certified)
• A Master’s Degree in Accounting/Related field is an added advantage
• University degree in Accounting/Banking and Finance
• At least 6 years of experience in a similar role

Experience:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Experience in managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, payments, collections, and reconciliations.
• Experience in leading or supervising a team, as the role may involve overseeing other accounting staff or collaborating closely with project managers and other departments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for interacting with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Capability to identify discrepancies, analyze financial information, and propose solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Understanding of tax regulations, compliance requirements, and financial audits relevant to the construction industry.
• Ability to prepare financial statements, month-end and year-end closing procedures, and financial analysis
• Previous experience in the construction industry is highly valuable due to its specific accounting needs, such as project accounting, job costing, and understanding of construction contracts.
• Familiarity with accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the position as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline  12th July, 2024.