Accountant Recruitment at The Oleaster

The Oleaster is a Behavioral Health Center that provides a holistic treatment approach needed to fight addiction and other mental health issues. Our Client-first philosophy, licensed and empathetic staff allow us to meet you wherever you are in your recovery journey.

We work closely with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your individual needs. Our integrative approach combines today’s most effective treatment strategies with long-standing, evidenced-based techniques to help you achieve lasting recovery. The Oleaster is located in the heart of Abuja, Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accountant

Job Location: Abuja
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day finance and accounts operations of Synapse Services, Reconnect HDI and Psych Pharmacy.
• Provide managerial and oversight for all accounting functions  
• Provide accurate, timely periodic financial statements of Synapse Services,
• Reconnect HDI and Psych Pharmacy Services to management
• Provide direction to all accounting staff under your supervision.
• Provide oversight of assets and finances of Synapse Services, Reconnect HDI and Psych Pharmacy
• Manages overall responsibility for accounting related information from Synapse Service, Reconnect HDI and Psych Pharmacy
• Oversight include monitoring purchases compared to the budget, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, and capital expenditures/equipment.  
• Reconciliation of all cash accounts and monitoring of cash receipts and disbursements.
• Evaluate performance and professional development of staff.  
• Assist in the management of the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities of Synapse Services, Reconnect HDI and Psych Pharmacy
• Make business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Handle full spectrum of financial and cost accounting role e.g. AR, AP, GL, forecasting, budgeting etc.  
• Monthly evaluating of Unapplied Advance Payment to determine the risk level.  
• Monitors expenditures, analyze revenues and determine budget variances
• Perform month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.
• Supervises end-of-period processes and supports the analysis of the periodical business performance, budgets, and forecasts.  
• Management and coordination of activities relating to Vendors/Procurement.  
• Responsible for timely monthly, separate and consolidated financial statements, payments, cash-flow management reporting for submission to management  
• Establish and maintain systems for cost-sensitivity analysis and early-warning of cost-overruns.
• Work consultatively with the respective departments on cost reduction initiatives
• Review & approve payment vouchers & journal entries.  
• Perform cash flow forecasting, budgeting and working closely with the operations and project teams in analyzing margins, variances and cost analysis.
• Overseeing the Maintenance and reconciliation of Goods Receipts/ Invoice Receipt Account.  
• Create and enhance financial policies and procedures across the accounting department as well as the wider Finance department.
• Ensures consistency in procedures and policies across the accounting department and that these policies are appropriately set for the achievement of the business’s overall goals and objectives.  
• Leads compliance with the business’s internal corporate framework policies and finance manuals.  
• Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.  
• Develops reports on all accounting related matters inclusive of taxation matters.
• These reports accompany pro-active advice and recommendations on the business’s financial approaches from an accounting and taxation perspective.
• Formulate and oversee the implementation of the company’s accounting policies
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of the company’s records (e.g. Clients,
• Suppliers, Banks, Employees, Management, Government and its relevant agencies etc.)
• Perform any other duty assigned by the Medical Director  

Education, Experience & Skills

• Minimum of HND / B.Sc in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years' core experience in accounting/management account
• First Degree must be in accounting
• Certified member of ICAN/ACCA
• Excellent strategic planning skills  
• Ability to work independently and highly meticulous.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel  
• Knowledge of Oracle Financials or any other financial software.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter to: recruitment@theoleaster.com using the Job position as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.