Hamilton Lloyd and Associates - Head of Accounts

Hamilton Lloyd and Associates – Our client offers a wide range of project management services including, but not limited to preparation of MTO, supply-chain solutions including procurement services and logistics, in-house NDE services & inspections and third-party inspection.

Job Title: Head of Accounts
Location: Rivers

Main Responsibilities
1. Manage and coordinate maintenance of payroll data and accounting records
2. Responsible for developing and implementing sound accounting policies and procedures
3. Oversee the development and implementation of Company’s trading, treasury & risk management policies and procedures
4. Ensure accurate recording and appropriate treatment of accounting data, including processing of Accounts Payable, Credit & Accounts Receivable, Assets, Inventory, etc
5. Ensure the clarity, accuracy, integrity and the timely preparation of the Company’s financial records, systems and statements
6. Plan and direct financial audits to ensure financial accountability and compliance with established standards
7. Oversee the processing of Staff wages, emoluments, loans and advance
8. Manage relationships with external Auditors to ensure successful annual audits
9. Approve training programs for staff within units.
10. Develops accounting organizational strategies by contributing accounting and financial information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction; establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
11. Establishes accounting operational strategies by evaluating trends; establishing critical measurements; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; implementing change.
12. Provides financial projections by coordinating budget/forecast preparation; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information; advising departments on the collection and analysis of data.
13. Maintains sufficient funds by forecasting cash requirements and obligations.
14. Minimizes legally required taxes by studying regulations; presenting tax strategies to management; filing returns.

Profile
In respect of the ideal candidate profile:
1. Responsible & reliable
2. Ability to manage people
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills
4. Must possess good Leadership skills
5. Must have good knowledge of International Finance

Educational Background
1. B.SC in Accounting/Finance or related discipline
2. ICAN or any equivalent qualification is a must
3. 10-12 years work experience with at least 4 years in a managerial capacity.
4. He should have strong experience in managing contracts
5. He should have strong experience in Taxation
6. He should be based in Port Harcourt. Candidates willing to relocate are also welcome.

Application Closing Date
8th February, 2013

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send CV to:
obijiaku@hamiltonlloydandassociates.com