Head, Financial Reporting at Accion Microfinance Bank Limited

Accion Microfinance Bank Limited  – Established in 2006, began operations in May 2007 on license from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Our management team comprises seasoned and distinguished professionals from diverse backgrounds complemented by the expertise of our technical partners, ACCION International. At Accion Microfinance Bank our core values, business philosophy and methodology distinguish us as one of the leading microfinance banks in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Financial Reporting

Loaction: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of period financial statements in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) with accuracy and timeliness as key measurement targets.
• Preparation of Board quarterly reports incorporating analytical review from previous quarter.
• Coordinating the preparation for and handling of annual statutory audit.
• Coordination of all activities relating to preparation for and handling of CBN/NDIC Risk Examinations of the Bank.
• Preparation of quarterly earnings forecast with justifications.
• Maintaining and obtaining database for addressing request from Rating Agencies, and other strategic partners
• General Ledger review and Reconciliations.
• Coordinating all issues relating to the Bank?s compliance with current and emerging International Financial Reporting Standards
• Monthly CBN Returns and Queries
• Any other duties as may be assigned

Qualification & Experiences

• Professional certification especially in ACCA or ACA.
• M.Sc. or MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years working experience in the financial service industry especially in Commercial/Microfinance Banks operating in Nigeria.
• Strong accounting bias with deep knowledge of financial accounting and regulations
• Candidate must have sound knowledge of the International Financial Reporting Standards especially relating to financial instruments

Required Knowledge:

• Successful candidates must be self-driven, very energetic, highly resourceful and versatile with exceptional leadership capabilities.
• Candidate must also have the ability to develop financial models and use the models to analyze business opportunities and risks
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, self-confidence, strong conceptual and presentation skills

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2020.