Head of Accounts

About the role

An organisation is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Accounts to lead its Accounts Department. The role covers financial management, budgeting, reporting, compliance and internal controls, providing financial insight to support strategic decisions, managing financial risk and promoting efficient use of financial resources.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Prepare and present accurate management accounts and financial reports to senior management and the Board
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Nigerian tax legislation and statutory reporting requirements
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial governance systems
• Coordinate internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations
• Monitor expenditure, procurement, vendor payments and cost control
• Oversee asset management, asset tagging, inventory management and account reconciliations
• Lead, supervise and develop the Accounts team and collaborate with HR, Administration, Procurement and other departments
• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax authorities and other external stakeholders

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; a Master's is an advantage
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or ICAN
• Minimum 10-12 years of accounting experience, including at least 4 years in a senior or supervisory role
• Experience in the education or non-profit sector is an advantage

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax legislation, GAAP and statutory reporting
• Budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow management and financial controls
• Asset management, inventory management and account reconciliation
• QuickBooks or Sage and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Experience presenting financial reports to executives and Boards