General Ledger and Tax Lead at GBfoods Africa

GBfoods Africa – Our history begins with our brand, Gallina Blanca, founded in Barcelona in 1937.  But this is only the beginning of a long and exciting journey. Today, with turnover of around €1,3 Billion and a staff of around 3,600 employees, GBfoods is present in more than 50 countries in Europe and Africa. They include Spain, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Nigeria, Ghana, Algeria and Senegal, among others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Ledger and Tax Lead

Location: Lagos
Department: BU Nigeria

Role & Responsibilities

  • We are looking for a General Ledger and Tax Lead for our Shared Business Services who will be responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling financial statements and accounts and ensure data accuracy is consistent with the company’s policies and strategy.

Essential Functions

  • General accounting manual postings
  • Intercompany reconciliation
  • Statutory financial audits and coordination
  • Legal books archive
  • Monthly closings
  • Annual reporting packages
  • Transfer price management
  • Insurance management
  • Direct and indirect taxes
  • Management of Custom duties and Tax Audits
  • Renting, grants, others
  • Help in Budget and Estimates preparation processes.
  • Any other activity related to finance not specifically described here.

Requirements
Required Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance or related field
  • Accounting professional certification is a MUST
  • Extensive experience in preparing cash forecasts and cash flow analyses.
  • Strong understanding of debits/credits and accounting principles.
  • Minimum of 4 years of General Ledger and Journal Entries experience.
  • Must have intermediate-advanced level Excel skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to resolve complex problems with multiple variables.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong skills in working with expenses, accounting and ability to reconcile accounts.
  • Must be a strong team player, highly motivated and able to work under pressure during peak periods.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Competencies:

  • Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
  • Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
  • Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and Accounting software
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and work with minimal supervision
  • Confidence to state an independent point of view and superior influencing skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Interested in process improvement.
  • Willing to adapt quickly to quick changes in direction.
  • Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.

What can you Expect from us?

  • Being part of a multinational company that prides itself with leading brands recognized in their respective countries by consumers and the entire industry.

What do we Expect from you?

  • We expect someone who shares in our values, motivated and willing to grow.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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