Senior Accountant

Job Description

• Amadeus University Amizi seeks an experienced and professionally qualified Senior Accountant to support the financial management and reporting functions of the University.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to sound financial governance.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and review financial statements, management accounts, and periodic financial reports
• Oversee the maintenance of the University's general ledger and ensure accuracy of all accounting entries
• Manage the University's payroll processing, payments, and reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, tax obligations, and institutional accounting policies
• Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets and monitor budget performance throughout the financial year
• Assist in the management of audits (internal and external) and liaise with auditors as required
• Review and approve financial transactions in accordance with the University's financial control framework
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff
• Provide financial analysis and advisory support to management on financial matters
• Maintain proper documentation of all financial transactions and ensure records are audit-ready.
Job Requirements • A Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Accounting from a recognised university
• Professional accounting qualification from a recognised body is required — acceptable qualifications include: ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant — ICAEW), ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria), or ANAN (Association of National Accountants of Nigeria)
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant post-qualification work experience in an accounting or finance role
• NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate is mandatory
• Computer literacy is mandatory; proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics
Key Skills:
• Financial reporting and management accounting
• General ledger management and reconciliation
• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Tax compliance and regulatory reporting
• Accounting software proficiency (Sage, QuickBooks, or equivalent)
• Microsoft Excel (advanced) and Office Suite
• Audit coordination and financial controls
• Supervision and mentoring of accounting staff