Chief Accountant Job at Charitos BO Hospital

Charitos BO Hospital is a specialty tertiary health care located in the heart of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Life Camp, Abuja, Nigeria. Our well-trained medical experts, state-of-the-art medical equipment, well-structured medical principles and conducive ambiance have made us globally acknowledged as a Centre of excellence for fertility, Maternal and Infant health. Our esteemed patients are full of confidence and trust which we have developed on a strong foundation of the best medical practices. Today, we serve patients from all walks of life. Charitos BO Hospital focuses her operation on providing quality health care with a human touch that is second to none; which truly reflects the essence of her motto “We always care”.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Chief Accountant
Job Location: Life camp, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• Will be responsible for overseeing the entire accounting cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, financial reporting & compliance.
• The Chief Accountant will lead a team of accounting professionals, play a pivotal role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making and growth initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Provide insights into financial performance and trends to senior management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Partner with other departments (e.g., Operations, HR) to ensure alignment on financial matters.

Supervision And Team Leadership:

• Lead and managed the accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure efficient & accurate financial bookkeeping entries and ultimately reporting.
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Ensure the team's effective performance and continuous professional development.

Month-End Closing:

• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and compliance with accounting standards.

Audit Coordination:

• Coordinate and manage external audits in conjunction with the Senior Finance Manager, ensuring timely and accurate provision of information to auditors.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions.

Internal Controls:

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies.

Tax Compliance:

• Oversee tax compliance activities, working closely with tax advisors to ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns.
• Stay updated on changes in tax regulations and assess their impact on the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting
• 3 years on the job experience
• CPA/ACCA
• Advanced IFRS knowledge & proficient use of SAGE X3 software
• Applicant(s) should not be older than 32 years at the time application.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application in person at:
Charitos BO Hospital
Plot D22, Aco Estate,
Opposite Godab Estate,
Life Camp, Abuja (FCT).

Note: For inquiries, call: +234 814 1911 404 | +234 9012375849.