Accountant Job at Elizabeth Maddeux Limited

• We are looking for a diligent and experienced Accountant to handle the end-to-end financial processes of our bakery operations.
• The ideal candidate must be comfortable with working in a fast-paced FMCG environment, capable of reconciling inventory with production, managing multiple accounts, and providing strategic insight for cost optimization.

• Maintain and update the general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local standards.
• Generate daily financial performance reports for management review.

• Maintain vendor and customer ledgers; manage invoicing, receipts, and payments.
• Ensure timely payment of suppliers and collections from distributors or clients.

• Reconcile all bank and POS statements with internal records.
• Monitor cash flow, implement petty cash controls, and forecast liquidity needs.

• Develop operating budgets in conjunction with the Factory Manager.
• Track performance against budget and provide variance analysis with recommendations.

• Prepare and file PAYE, VAT, WHT, and other statutory returns.
• Ensure accurate and timely remittances in line with FIRS and other regulatory requirements.

• Reconcile raw material usage with production output and sales.
• Monitor Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Conduct monthly stock-taking with the storekeeper and internal auditor.

• Develop standardized accounting procedures for revenue recognition, expenditure, and reconciliations.
• Implement financial controls to prevent leakage, misuse, or fraud.

• B.Sc. / HND in Accounting or Finance.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an FMCG setting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, Excel).
• Membership of ICAN or ACCA (or in progress).
• Sound understanding of tax laws, internal controls, and manufacturing cost structures.

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