Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Full Compliance with Tax Laws:
  • Oversee accurate and timely filing of all tax returns and reports, including corporate taxes, PAYE, and withholding taxes.
  • Regularly liaise with tax authorities to resolve disputes and ensure smooth compliance processes.
  • Implement tax-saving strategies while adhering strictly to applicable laws.
• Prepare Operational and Regulatory Pension Scheme Financial Reports
  • Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of scheme financial statements
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of Monthly and Quarterly scheme operational reports to the regulator NPRA
  • Collaborate with auditors and regulatory bodies to meet compliance deadlines.
  • Address regulator feedback promptly and implement any necessary corrective actions.
• Prepare Corporate Annual Financial Report:
  • Ensure timely and accurate Preparation of annual financial statements for audit
  • Assist auditors by providing the necessary supporting documents and information in the auditing process.
  • Coordinate Year-End Closing Activities
  • Present Annual Financial Reports to Board of Directors
• Maintain Strong Accounting Controls:
  • Enforce policies and procedures to ensure robust internal controls.
  • Conduct periodic reviews and audits to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Ensure segregation of duties to prevent errors and fraud.
• Guide Accounting Officers by Coordinating Activities and Ensuring Daily and Weekly Reconciliation of Bank and Cash Positions:
  • Monitor daily operations to ensure timely reconciliation of bank statements and cash accounts.
  • Provide training and mentorship to accounting staff to maintain operational excellence.
  • Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate record-keeping for all financial transactions.
• Ensure That All Financial Transactions Are Documented in the Accounting Software:
  • Oversee the proper recording and categorization of financial transactions.
  • Ensure that accounting software is updated regularly and adequately utilized by the team.
  • Conduct periodic reviews to validate the accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Provide Administrative Oversight for the Team in the Admin Unit, Drivers, Cleaning, etc.:
  • Supervise the administrative unit to ensure smooth operations and optimal resource allocation.
  • Develop and monitor performance standards for support staff, including drivers and cleaning personnel.
  • Ensure the proper upkeep of office facilities and equipment.
• Ensure Compliance with All Statutory Payments:
  • Monitor and ensure timely remittance of statutory payments such as pensions, taxes etc.
  • Keep accurate records of remittances for reference and audit purposes.
  • Stay updated on changes in statutory requirements to maintain compliance.
• Be Abreast and Comply with State and Industry Financial Legal Requirements:
  • Continuously study new and existing financial legislation to ensure compliance.
  • Advise management on the implications of legislative changes and propose necessary adjustments.
  • Ensure policies and practices align with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Prepare Accurate Weekly Financial Reports
  • Compile and present detailed financial reports, including cash flow summaries.
  • Highlight key financial insights, trends, and variances for decision-making.
  • Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and clarity of reports.
• Ensure Prudent Cost Management by Avoiding Unnecessary Purchases and Protecting Company Property:
  • Regularly review expense reports to identify and eliminate inefficiencies.
  • Implement procurement policies that promote cost-effectiveness.
  • Develop strategies to safeguard company assets against loss or theft.
• Maintain an Updated Asset Register for the Company:
  • Track and record all company assets, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciations.
  • Conduct periodic physical verification to confirm the existence and condition of assets.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards related to asset management.
• Keep Proper Records of All Documents, Files, and Folders for References Always:
  • Maintain an organized document management system.
  • Ensure easy retrieval of records to support audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
  • Regularly back up records to safeguard against data loss or damage.

Required Skills or Experience

• QuickBooks proficiency and pension scheme accounting will be an added bonus