Konga Nigeria – We are Nigeria’s largest online mall and have been in operation for over 6 years. Some of our major feats are winning Great Place to work awards two years in a row, winning an award for The Place Most Millennials would like to work and according to Forbes in 2015, 2nd Most Innovative Company in Africa. Our culture and values in a nutshell speak to placing our customers as priority, working hard, being passionate about what we do (and having fun in the process!) and teamwork. Our Company is full of ordinary people with extraordinary minds who desire to do extraordinary things!
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Lead Accountant
Location: Lagos
Job Profile
We are searching for a talented, smart, and experienced Lead Accountant to join our effervescent team based in the Lagos Head office. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing overall accounting strategy of a subsidiary in line with the group accounting strategy.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Implement and oversee overall accounting strategy of a subsidiary in line with the group accounting strategy
Oversee accounting daily operations and daily reports
Take responsibility for accounts payable/receivable, receipts, general ledger, payroll and utilities, treasury, budgeting, cash forecasting, revenue and expenditure variance analysis, capital assets reconciliations, trust account statement reconciliations, cheque runs, fixed asset activity, debt activity etc.
Monitor and analyse accounting data
Set up and monitor accounting KPIs
Regularly produce management accounts, financial reports or statements
Adhere to proper accounting methods, policies and principles
Encourage other employees to adhere to standards
Participate in statutory annual audits
Job Requirements
6 years of experience as an Accountant
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a lead Accountant (Experience in a Logistics company will be an added advantage).
B.Sc or HND in Accounting (Professional Qualification will be an added advantage)
Excellent computer skills in MS Office
Excellent knowledge and experience with accounting software and databases
Ability to multitask
Understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
Sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on company’s success
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Team player
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Good time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
Application Closing Date
24th September, 2019.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@konga.com with the subject matter captured as “Lead Accountant”
Note: Only candidates who fit the description will be shortlisted.