ACCOUNT OFFICER AT LILY HOSPITALS LIMITED | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN DELTA

About Company:

Lily Hospitals Limited, established since 1986 remains one of the foremost hospitals in Nigeria and within the South-South region of the country. It is the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) and was also recently accredited with COHSASA (Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa) Certificate.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled, reliable, and experienced Accountant to join our finance team in Warri. In this role, you will be the guardian of the company’s financial integrity, responsible for managing comprehensive financial records and ensuring absolute compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. You will go beyond routine bookkeeping to provide the accurate financial intelligence necessary to support high-level business decisions and long-term sustainability.

The ideal candidate is a disciplined professional with a high level of integrity and the analytical rigor to identify operational efficiencies within a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

Financial Recording & Reporting

• Comprehensive Accounting: Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and statements in line with global accounting standards.

• Reporting Cycles: Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring all deadlines for management review are met.

• Audit Support: Act as a key point of contact during internal and external audit processes, providing the necessary documentation and reconciliations to ensure smooth verification.

Cash Flow & Transaction Management

• Ledger Oversight: Manage the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring vendors are paid on time and receivables are collected efficiently.

• Reconciliation: Conduct rigorous bank statement reconciliations and monitor company cash flow to ensure optimal liquidity for operations.

• Efficiency Monitoring: Continuously monitor financial transactions and recommend process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.

Budgeting & Compliance

• Forecasting: Prepare detailed budgets, financial forecasts, and expenditure reports to guide departmental spending and strategic planning.

• Tax & Regulatory: Ensure the organization remains in full compliance with Nigerian tax laws, accounting principles, and internal company policies.

• Documentation: Maintain a meticulous and organized filing system for all financial records, ensuring data longevity and accessibility.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Experience:

  • 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience in a structured corporate environment.

  • Professional certification such as ICAN or ACCA is a significant advantage.

• Technical Skills:

  • High proficiency in modern accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or SAP).

  • Advanced mastery of Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.

• Core Competencies:

  • Numerical Accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail with zero tolerance for errors in financial reporting.

  • Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of current tax regulations and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).

  • Integrity: A high level of professional ethics and discretion.

• Geographic Requirement: Candidates must reside in Warri, Delta State, or its immediate environs.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Credentials to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.