ACCOUNTANT AT YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

The Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) of Lagos is a leading non-governmental organization committed to youth development, community service, leadership development, and social impact

Job Description:

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a skilled Accountant to manage the financial health of our Association. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, and providing data-driven financial analysis to support our strategic goals. If you are passionate about non-profit financial management and dedicated to maintaining sound financial controls, we want to hear from you.

Requirements:

• Financial Record Management: Maintain precise, up-to-date financial ledgers and records for the Association.

• Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to guide management decisions.

• Accounts Management: Efficiently manage accounts payable and receivable.

• Reconciliation: Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements and complex financial transactions.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Spearhead the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and prepare accurate cash flow forecasts.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with tax regulations, pension schemes, and other statutory financial obligations.

• Payroll Processing: Accurately process payroll and all staff-related financial transactions.

• Audit Support: Provide essential support for both internal and external audit processes.

• Asset Management: Oversee the maintenance of fixed asset registers and detailed inventory records.

• Financial Advisory: Offer expert financial advice and detailed analysis to Management as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

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

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of proven accounting experience. Previous experience within a non-profit organization is highly desirable.

• Professional Certifications: A professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, ICAN, ANAN, or equivalent) is a significant added advantage.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in accounting software and Microsoft Office (specifically Excel). Proficiency in Sage50 is strongly preferred.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Professional Attributes: Unwavering integrity, high attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application Letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and contact details of at least two referees to: careers@ymcaoflagos.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.
Or
Applications should be addressed to:
The General Secretary / CEO
YMCA of Lagos,
77 Awolowo Road,
Ikoyi, Lagos.