Senior Accountant

Location: IbadanDepartment: Finance & AdministrationOverall Purpose of the RoleTo ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance function by managing the company's financial obligations, with a primary focus on the accurate and timely payment of local vendors.Key ObjectivesEnsure the General Ledger (GL), Internal Orders (I.O), and Cost Centers (C.C) are accurately and completely recorded.Maintain robust records within the company's accounts payable system and ensure all vendor obligations are discharged in accordance with agreed contract terms.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Accounting & Operations:Execute the financial accounting and administrative operations for the Finance & Administration department.Manage the complete accounting cycle for fixed assets—including acquisition, disposal, and depreciation—in compliance with IFRS and using SAP.Perform review and adjustment of postings to the Profit & Loss (P&L) statement.Maintain, post, and manage monthly accruals and prepayments.Lead year-end account reconciliation processes.Accounts Payable & Vendor Management:Process and book vendor invoices (via MIRO) into the SAP system.Monitor the aging of invoices and prepare a list of due payments for review and bank transfer, specifically for local vendors.Process vendor cash payments and prepare electronic transfer files.Generate and dispatch payment advice to vendors upon settlement of invoices.Maintain the Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR) clearing account and other vendor-related accounts.Perform periodic reconciliation of all supplier accounts.Expense & Inventory Management:Process and retire all staff expenses, ensuring timely reimbursement.Oversee the monthly recognition of goods-in-transit within the accounting system.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Timely closure of SAP books in line with the group reporting timetable.Achievement of a clean audit opinion with no major adjustments.Timely conclusion and submission of the annual financial report.Consistent accuracy and on-time delivery of all financial reports as per deadlines.Competencies and Skills RequiredEssential Qualifications & Experience:A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.Proven experience in a financial accounting role with a strong background in Accounts Payable.Demonstrable hands-on experience with SAP ERP system (especially the FI/CO module).Working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced skills in Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs) and Word, and basic proficiency in PowerPoint.Strong understanding of the monthly planning and control cycle.Experience in managing Accounts Payable, Receivables, Fixed Assets, and General Ledger functions.Behavioral Competencies:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines.Effective alignment and communication skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.How to Apply:Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to cv@ascentech.com.ng