Chartered Accountant Job at Edgewood Consulting Limited

Edgewood Consulting Limited - Our client, a large Agro Allied company that also has subsidiaries, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Position: Chartered Accountant - Agro Allied (Oil Palms)

Job Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

  • We are seeking to hire a trustworthy, proactive and diligent candidate in the capacity of an Accountant who will ensure the provision of high-quality financial accounting service that supports efficient management of the company.

Job Responsibilities


  • Prepare asset, liability and capital account entries by compiling and analysing account information
  • Document financial transactions by entering account information
  • Recommend financial actions by analysing accounting options
  • Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information
  • Secure financial information by completing database backups
  • Verify, allocate, post and reconcile transactions
  • Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
  • Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports
  • Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
  • Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
  • Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions
  • Analyse financial information and summarise the financial status
  • Provide technical support and advice on management
  • Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
  • Communicate effectively with clients and Build relationship with Organisation’s Banks
  • Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with client personnel
  • Communicate with Manager and/or Director on work status and client issues that arise
  • Participate in financial standards setting and in the forecast process
  • Prepare invoices, financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
  • Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
  • Support month-end and year-end close process
  • Computing taxes.
  • Keeping informed about current legislation relating to finance and accounting.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
  • ACA or ACCA certified is a requirement
  • Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Proven work experience as a Financial Accountant
  • Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software
  • In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures
  • Solid knowledge of accounting regulations and practices in Nigeria.
  • Attention to detail
  • Confidentiality
  • Honesty
  • Budget preparation and monitoring for the entire company and by the department.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: edgewoodconsultingofficial@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.