Accountant / Auditor (Female)
Location: Wuse, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To: MD
Job Summary
- Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial controls, risk management, and governance processes within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, examine, and analyze financial statements, ledgers, and accounting records for accuracy and completeness
- Conduct periodic internal audits of financial transactions, processes, and departments
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and internal accounting policies
- Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger accounts
- Identify discrepancies, fraud risks, or control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and management reports
- Support external auditors during annual audits by providing required documentation
- Monitor and evaluate internal control systems, recommending improvements where necessary
- Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial and audit records
- Prepare audit reports summarizing findings and presenting them to management
- Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements
- Assist with payroll verification, expense reviews, and asset management audits.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
- Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CPA, CIA, or equivalent (preferred/required depending on seniority)
- Membership in a recognized professional accounting body is an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum of 4–6years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, or a related finance role
- Age 30-35. Female for gender balance in the organization.
- Experience with financial reporting, reconciliation, and audit procedures
- Prior exposure to regulatory compliance and internal control assessments
- Experience in a similar industry (banking, manufacturing, public sector, etc.) is an advantage for senior roles.
Required Skills:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and auditing standards
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, Tally) and MS Excel
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong understanding of internal controls and risk assessment
- Good communication and report-writing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under deadlines
- Integrity, confidentiality, and strong ethical judgment
- Knowledge of tax regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
Application Closing Date
20th August, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send in their CV in PDF only to: mmc.hr.recruits@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of mail.