Job Vacancies at Lington & Bernie Consulting Limited

Lington & Bernie Consulting Limited was established on October 8, 1999 to provide efficient and qualitative consulting services to the oil and gas industry as well as banks and financial institutions in the areas of human resources placement and management, human resources consulting services, tax administration and payroll services as well as oil and gas fiscal and contractual terms advisory services.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Payroll Officer

Job Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Payroll Officer is responsible for overseeing and managing the organization's payroll functions, ensuring that pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate input and updating of payroll data in the payroll system.
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws, government regulations, and company policies regarding payroll.
• Prepare and file required tax forms, such as PAYE (Pay As You Earn)
• Generate payroll reports for internal use and for audit purposes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Resolve discrepancies or issues related to payroll in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure proper documentation is kept for audits.
• Update employee records when there are changes in employment status, salary adjustments, or personal details.
• Process timesheets and maintains salary variations on a monthly basis including all allowances, new staff, terminations, leave and other relevant information on the computerized database in current and accurate form.
• Work closely with the finance department to reconcile payroll expenses and provide accurate financial data.
• Reconciliation of Invoices to determine the accuracy and completeness of receipts from the clients
• Liaise with Human Resources and other departments when investigating and responding to queries regarding payroll.

Academic qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and/or professional certification would be an added advantage
• Extensive experience in payroll processing, with at least 5-8 years’ experience preferably in a similar position
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with an advance MS Excel skills.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary
N250,000 - N300,000 (Monthly Gross Salary).

Application Closing Date: 30th September, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@lingtonandbernie.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

2.) Financial Manager

Job Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Publish financial statements in time
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely bank payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Report on the company's financial health and liquidity
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Comply with financial policies and regulations.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting
• Must possess supervisory or managerial experience.
• Must be from a top university
• Good English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Hands-on experience with accounting software
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to details and good analytical skills
• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus.

Salary
N12,000,000 Annually (Gross).

Application Closing Date: 6th October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@lingtonandbernie.com using "Finance Manager" as the subject of the mail.

3.) IT Support Officer

Job Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The IT Officer maintains, upgrades, and manages the software, hardware, and networks.
• The IT Officer ensures the security and efficiency of our IT infrastructure, providing technical support and advice to users, and managing IT projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, and networks.
• Monitor and maintain network and server performance.
• Set up and maintain computer hardware, including servers, desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripherals.
• Manage IT inventory and ensure timely upgrades and replacements.
• Implement and enforce IT policies and procedures to maintain compliance and security.
• Provide technical support to staff and troubleshoot hardware and software problems on desktops, laptops, printers, and servers.
• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and applications.
• Ensure IT security by implementing data backups, antivirus software, and access controls.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Implement and monitor security measures to protect computer systems, networks, and information.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand and address their IT needs.
• Plan and execute IT projects, such as upgrades, migrations, and installations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree / HND in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 4 - 8 years of  proven experience as an I.T. officer or similar role.
• Relevant certification (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is an added advantage.
• Strong and adequate knowledge of IT systems, networks, and software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with various operating systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary
N300,000 - N400,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date: 30th September, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@lingtonandbernie.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.