CHIEF ACCOUNTANT JOB AT POLO - CICO FARMS AND ESTATE LIMITED | ACCOUNTANT JOBS IN RIVERS

About Company:

Polo - Cico Farms and Estate is adiversified farm complex specializing in large-scale greenhouse production of assorted pepper varieties, alongside poultry and catfish farming for local and international markets.

Job Description:

Financial Systems & Strategy

• System Implementation: Design and set up a comprehensive accounting system to gather and analyze financial data across all farm operations (crop/livestock cycles, input costs, and yields).

• Budgetary Control: Assist the Managing Director in annual budget planning, income forecasting, and strict expenditure control to optimize farm profitability.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and annual financial statements, ensuring the MD and Board of Directors have timely data for strategic decision-making.

Treasury & Tax Governance

• Reconciliation: Oversee monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts and proactively resolve any outstanding reconciliation items.

• Statutory Compliance: Ensure 100% accuracy and timely filing of all statutory returns, including PAYE, Pensions, NSITF, and relevant WHT/VAT to tax authorities.

• Payroll Oversight: Review monthly payroll schedules, ensuring accurate statutory deductions and prompt remittance to respective bodies.

Operational & Asset Management

• Stock & Inventory Control: Manage the farm’s stock-related issues, including the tracking of inputs (seeds, feed, fertilizer) and the valuation of biological assets/harvested produce.

• Asset Safeguarding: Maintain an accurate and complete fixed asset register, ensuring all company equipment and property are managed and tracked effectively.

• Audit Leadership: Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, providing all necessary documentation and information for interim and final audits.

Requirements:

• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in Farm Accounting, Manufacturing, or FMCG is highly desirable.

Core Competencies

• Advanced Accounting Knowledge: Proficiency in IFRS and agricultural accounting standards (IAS 41).

• Leadership: Ability to enforce Finance SOPs and lead a multi-disciplinary team.

• Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAGE, QuickBooks, or ERPs) and advanced Excel.

• Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards in handling large-scale agricultural funds and stock.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: HND or B.Sc. in Accountancy or Finance.

• Professional Certification: Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN or ACCA).

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Head of Accounts/Finance or in a senior management role.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: aghoghoac@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.