Accounting Manager Job at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accounting Manager
Job Location: Isheri, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Supervises: Finance Officers

Position Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our finance team and oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting, financial reporting, and ERP integration.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing finance, sound financial judgment, and a deep understanding of accounting principles in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is essential, and preference will be given to candidates residing around Isheri, Lagos or its environs.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Management:

• Timely and accurate invoicing of customers
• Weekly reconciliation of: Staff accounts, Vendor accounts, Related general ledger accounts.
• Daily and weekly reconciliation of: Sales with production and inventory, Sales collections, Customer accounts with bank statements.

General Accounting Duties:

• Prepare and update monthly prepayment schedules.
• Manage payment ledgers and execute monthly amortization.
• Weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, with detailed reports on outstanding items.
• Post and review all necessary accounting journal entries including bank charges.
• Review and validate GL codes monthly and adjust as needed.
• Follow up on outstanding items and staff account balances.
• Present weekly revenue/sales reports and monthly aged receivables.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits.
• Support continuous improvement of internal controls and financial systems.

Food Safety & Quality Management Responsibilities:

• Understand and adhere to departmental quality and food safety objectives.
• Support implementation and effectiveness of QMS and FSMS (e.g., FSSC 22000).
• Be aware of and address identified quality and food safety risks in work activities.
• Report any food safety hazards or QMS/FSMS non-conformities to the appropriate team.
• Maintain personal hygiene standards and ensure operational control procedures are followed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: B.Sc. / HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in progressive finance roles, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership capacity.
• Proven experience in: Financial data analysis and performance optimization, ERP implementation and financial systems integration, Managing financial risk and driving business results.
• Mandatory: Experience working in the manufacturing sector.
• Experience in FMCG is highly desirable.

Core Competencies:

• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills.
• Analytical reasoning and sound problem-solving capabilities.
• Independence, objectivity, and assertiveness.

Additional Requirements:

• A solid understanding of QMS, FSMS, and FSSC 22000 standards is essential.
• Must be committed to maintaining high standards in both financial performance and product safety/compliance.
• Location Preference: Candidates residing in or around Isheri, Lagos will be given strong consideration due to proximity to the workplace.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: taiwo@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.