FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE AT AINA BLANKSON LP | FINANCE AND ACCOUNTANT ASSOCIATE JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Established in 1991, Aina Blankson LP (the "Firm”) is a foremost Nigerian law firm renowned for professionalism and excellence in service delivery. Ranked Number Two in Nigeria in 2008 in the provision of dispute resolution services by Legal 500, the Firm is in high demand by local and international corporations, including the World Bank and governments at different levels.

Job Description:

Aina Blankson is seeking a chartered and analytical Finance and Accounts Associate to join our elite team. This is a high-responsibility role that extends beyond standard bookkeeping; you will be the custodian of the consolidated financial records for Aina Blankson and its diverse affiliate firms.

The ideal candidate is an ICAN-certified professional who thrives in a complex, multi-entity environment. You will be tasked with harmonizing financial data across various business units, ensuring that every transaction—from local tax compliance to global financial modeling—is handled with clinical precision and strategic foresight.

Requirements:

1. Consolidated Financial Stewardship

• Entity Management: Manage and maintain accurate ledgers for Aina Blankson and its affiliate firms, ensuring seamless consolidation of group accounts.

• Transaction Lifecycle: Oversee the end-to-end processing of invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all business units.

• Closing Operations: Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities, providing a transparent view of the group's financial health.

2. Analytical Rigor & Reporting

• Financial Modeling: Utilize advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas) to build financial models and budgets that support executive decision-making.

• Cash Flow Governance: Conduct rigorous bank reconciliations and monitor accounts payable/receivable to optimize the firm's liquidity and working capital.

• Management Insight: Prepare detailed financial statements and performance reports that identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and operational variances.

3. Compliance, Audit & Tax

• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all entities remain in full compliance with Nigerian tax laws (VAT, WHT, CIT) and international accounting standards (IFRS).

• Audit Leadership: Act as the primary technical point of contact for internal and external auditors, providing comprehensive documentation and resolving complex inquiries.

• Process Engineering: Proactively identify and implement improvements to financial software workflows (QuickBooks, SAP) to enhance accuracy and speed.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Certification: ICAN Certification is mandatory.

• Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience. Specific experience in consolidated accounting or working with law firms/professional services is a plus.

Technical Stack

• Software: Proficiency in QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP platforms.

• Excel Mastery: Expert-level skills in data manipulation and financial modeling.

Behavioral Attributes

• Detail-Oriented: A "zero-defect" approach to financial reporting.

• Collaborative: Ability to work across departments to enforce cost control and documentation standards.

• Resilience: Thriving in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and high stakes.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter and CV to: recruitment@ainablankson.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.