Principal accountant at A&R Group Limited in Sangotedo, Lagos
Organization:
- A&R Group Limited
Job Location:
- Sangotedo, Lagos
Employment Type:
- Full time
Date Posted:
Job Description
Position Overview
- As part of our growth, we are looking for an skilled and meticulous Principal accountant to join our agile finance team in Lagos.
- The Principal accountant will supervise finance reporting, financial planning, and adherence across various business units.
- The preferred candidate will ensure precise finance records, enhance accounting methods, and offer strategic findings to assist business decisions.
Key Duties
- Organize and evaluate balance sheet and income statement (P&L, Financial statement, Money movement) for group companies.
- Oversee end of month and end of year closing methods.
- Supervise tax adherence (VAT, WHT, CIT) and coordinate with compliance-related bodies (FIRS, LIRS).
- Organize within and outside the organization audits, making sure compliance to IFRS and organisation rules.
- Formulate financial plans, projections, and financial projections to mentor business decisions.
- Track money movement, outstanding bills/receivable, and treasury processes.
- Oversee and train entry-level accounting employees.
- Execute process enhancements to improve financial effectiveness.
- Work alongside cross-operational teams to assist business expansion.
Credentials and Expertise
- Bsc in Accounting, Finance, or associated fields
- A member of a professional body (ICAN, ACCA, CPA) is compulsory.
- At least 5 years accounting expertise, ideally in *property, building, hospitality, or mining.
- Competence in financial system (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and improved Excel competencies.
- Solid understanding of Nigerian tax legal provisions and IFRS.
- Expertise in group accounting/merger is a plus.
Essential skills:
- High honesty and reliability and meticulousness.
- Logical and analytical abilities.
- Executive guidance and team management abilities.
- Clear articulation and people skills.
Why Join us?
- Attractive remuneration (N300,000 - N400,000 every month) and employee perks.
- Avenue to operate in a efficient-growing diversified group.
- Professional development and career progression.
Application Due Date
- Friday 8th Aug, 2025
Steps To Apply
Suitable applicants should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: argroupnigeria@gmail.com using “Principal accountant Application - [Your Name]" as the subject of the email.