Account and Finance Manager at Value Seeds Limited

Job Title: Account and Finance Manager

Job Summary

• The Account and Finance Manager is saddled with the responsibilities of driving and overseeing the Accounting and Finance Units of the Organisation.
• He/ She will oversee, implement and maintain prudent financial and accounting systems, procedures and policies by ensuring accurate compilation, analysis and reporting of accounting data, thus, providing operational and strategic support to Senior Management Team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable and payrolls are recorded properly.
• Performing timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations such as net assets, investments, revenue, expenses, payroll allocations, etc., ensuring that accounting schedules are updated and accurate.
• Monitoring cash and investment balances and performing cash flow forecasting.
• Ensuring all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), local laws, tax provisions and relevant industry and financial regulations
• Continually seeking and implementing opportunities to streamline and improve finance and accounting operations through technology including training staff to better utilise financial and accounting software.
• Financial Planning, Forecasting, Debt and Equity Capital Raise and overall Financial Management for the Company
• Cash flow management to meet obligations and optimize investment.
• Coordinating with external financial, compliance and tax auditors.
• Creating and monitoring company policies and internal controls, especially spending controls, to safeguard company assets and reduce fraud.
• Budgeting, including incorporating historical data.
• Providing financial reporting and analysis to guide decision-making.
• Identifying efficiencies and opportunities for cost reductions across the business.
• Preparing company tax and financial statements, including public filings
• Ensuring that all product and financial risks associated with the company’s operations are fully hedge.
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements.

Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:

• B.Sc./ HND in Finance, Accounting or related fields
• At least 5 years working in similar position
• ICAN will be an added advantage

Skills and Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of Accounting and Finance principles, standards and regulations
• Proficiency and hands-on-experience with Sage 50 and other financial management software required
• Knowledge of Advanced Excel is a must
• Superior data management and data analysis skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary, diverse and dynamic team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to explain financial terms in simple language
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the Company’s mission

Working Conditions:

• Full time work week days with occasional work, meetings and events during weekends and holidays. There may be occasional travels on official responsibilities.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 21st January, 2025 Qualified and interested candidates can: Click here to apply online. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Website:
Official Job Website: https://valueseedsltd.com/

Note:

Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.