Chief Financial Accountant

Location : Country : Nigeria Company : JTI Description : POSITION PURPOSE: Following the move of Dorchester, Aspen and Gold Bond production onshore Nigeria, as well as the build-up of the local C&TM and G&A organisation, Habanera Ltd transactions are substantially increasing in numbers and magnitude (see below KPI's) also resulting in a much higher Tax Profile and exposure of the entity. This position therefore aims at maintaining and strengthening the General Ledger activity of the Entity as well as providing assistance to the regional head in the areas of Financial Reporting, Tax compliance, Policies and Procedures, and Finance related project such as Financial System enhancement. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 1."General Ledger Perform, in Navision, the accounting entries related to the General Ledger activity, i.e. Fixed Assets, Taxes, Inventory movements and allocation to COGS, etc (excluding Payroll related)." 2. "Month End closings Prepare Month End reconciliations to be approved by the Regional Head: Banks, Interco, Prepayments / Accruals, Inventory accounts (Finish Goods, Materials and Spare Parts), Accounts Receivable." 3. "Reporting Prepare month-end Volume Reporting Template for submission to Manchester / Geneva Prepare Interco Balances confirmation and load in BW, Prepare month-end Trial Balances (GNL Full and HL partial) for review by Regional Head Prepare A/R Aging report for submission to JTI Credit Control Dpt Prepare Quarterly Entity Financial / Tax Pack (GNL Full - HL partial) for review by Regional Head Prepare Conversion Cost make-up & variance versus VMC for reporting to GSC Finance" 4. "Tax Prepare / Review VAT and WHT returns for GNL and HL prior to approval by Regional Head Assist the A/P Accountant with any VAT / WHT issues. Keep abreast of Tax changes in order to flag potential impact on Habanera's activity." 5. "Audits Assist the Regional Head during Statutory and/or Tax audit (FIRS, LIRS) with the preparation of Documentation, make-up's, reconciliations or any other information as may be required." 6. "Policies & Procedures Ensure adherence to JTI P&P. Assist the Regional Head in identifying control weaknesses, designing and implementing control procedures." 7. "Other Assist the Regional Head in any other Finance related task or Project as may be required, e.g. further enhancement of Habanera's Financial System (Navision, etc).  Qualifications : MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: • University degree or equivalent • Must possess ACCA and ICAN Work Experience: • At least 7-10 years in a key accounting position • Experience in a trading environment (Manufacturing is a plus) Languages & Computer Skills: • Advanced computer skills (MS Office, etc ) • Good oral and written English FUNCTIONAL SKILLS • International accounting standards (IFRS). • Familiar with internal controls and other finance procedures • Knowledge of Accounting Software (SAP would be an asset). • Self starter able to work independently • Time management skills and ability to work under strict deadlines • Good communication and analytical skills • High degree of probity and integrity • Self-motivation, enthusiasm and desire to develop TO APPLY: Please send your CV, stating the job title as the subject of the email to similoluwa@findajobinafrica.com  Contact Details Contact Person : Telephone : Fax : E-mail : similoluwa@findajobinafrica.com Apply Online : Website : Reference : FJA-JTI-22-10-01