Senior Accountant - Lagos, Nigeria

d.light India

Accounting, Auditing & Finance

Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for the timely preparation of monthly management accounts, budgeting, variance and cost analysis, and reconciliation of financial and cost accounts. The ideal candidate will provide critical insights to support strategic decision-making and ensure robust financial control within the business.
Key Responsibilities
l Budgeting & Variance Analysis

• Assist in preparing accurate budgets, ensuring spending aligns with board-approved plans and OPEX/revenue targets.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly business review reports, MIS, and OPEX reports for Nigeria with precision and timeliness.
Manage and forecast cash flow, ensuring liquidity and optimal fund utilization.

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l Commercial Support & Business Partnering

• Collaborate closely with the Managing Director and business units to provide strategic financial support.
• Enhance visibility into cost accounting, project margin analysis, value chains, and other critical financial metrics.
Analyze financial data to identify unusual trends and provide actionable insights.

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l Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support the Finance Manager in finalizing financial statements and conducting in-depth analytical reviews.
• Ensure robust financial controls are in place and are functioning effectively.
• Oversee the Order-to-Cash (O2C) cycle, ensuring accurate transaction recording and control implementation.
• Provide visibility into inventory positions through timely management reporting.
• Lead and support accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Manage and close all statutory, tax, external, and internal audits, addressing audit queries effectively.
Ensure compliance with local IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards.

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Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with strong business acumen.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Budgeting, Cost Accounting, and Financial Reporting, preferably in FMCG or similar industries.
• Hands-on experience in MIS reporting, compliance, and commercial finance activities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central (MBC). Experience with Vena or Tableau is an added advantage.

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Key Competencies

• Behavioral Competencies
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong outcome orientation with a focus on delivering results.

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Functional Competencies

• Expertise in budgeting, variance analysis, and FP&A.
• Strong skills in MIS reporting and financial analysis.
Solid understanding of ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central, Vena, Tableau).

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