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Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) is a Nigerian-based non-governmental organisation formed in 2002 by 14 individuals to be the voice for women in careers and businesses. In addition, the organisation was established to create a platform for women to interact and address gender inequalities in the workplace and businesses and assist them in managing these challenges. WIMBIZ offers a variety of programmes throughout the year, which are focused on developing the leadership capacity of women and building value added business relationships. WIMBIZ are currently seeking to engage dynamic, passionate, result oriented and self motivated individual to fill up the position of an Accountant for the organization. The individual hired for this position will have financial oversight of the organization’s operations. Job Description:

Manage the inflow and outflow of funds
Compile and analyse financial information for the group
Prepare financial statements and bank reconciliation analysis (monthly, quarterly and annually) of the group’s financial transaction
Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted accounting policies and procedures
Prepare and enter appropriate and comprehensive journal entries into accounting software tools
Prepare periodic financial reports for Management when required
Prepare product/programme cost accounting, product/programme price development and inventory management and control
Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
Financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
Manage, monitor and support taxation issues
Maintain and account for petty cash including handling, reconciliation and reporting
Prepare the organisation’s yearly budget, cash flow and funding analysis
Work with the management team to improve forecasting, budgeting, planning and financial analyses processes
Develop and maintain financial data bases
Analyse and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitment and future revenue
Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenue and expenses

Qualification Required

Accounting degree or equivalent
A professional certificate such as ICAN and ACCA will be an advantage
Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
Knowledge of economic principles
Knowledge of auditing practices and principle
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
Knowledge and experience of related computer related applications
Minimum of 3 years experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice.

Key Competences

Attention to details and accuracy
A high level of integrity
Strong communication and writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong planning, management and organisational skills
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to multitask
Ability to manage confidential information
A self starter
Good team player
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Duration: Full time employment Location: Lagos Remuneration: Attractive and will be commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should send an email to wimbiz@wimbiz.org with Application for Role of Accountant in the subject by day, Friday , July 25 2014. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.