Value Edge Management Services Limited – Our client owns a new multi-billion dollar Club and Lounge facility located in the highbrow area in Benin City, and they are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Accountant – Nightlife

Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Accountant supports the financial statement close cycle and operational accounting functions to ensure timely reporting and compliance with relevant procedures and controls. Responsible for accurate accounting of payroll, benefits, and fixed assets, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliation for assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for specific accounts as assigned, including payroll and benefits
• Understand when fixed assets should be properly capitalized and ensures that related documentation is complete and accurate
• Post and reconcile revenue daily/monthly
• Prepare analysis of fluctuation in Balance Sheet and P&L statements as assigned
• Prepare financial and audit schedules and reports as assigned
• Work closely with management to collect any receivables
• Prepare Sales reports and ensure that taxes are paid timely
• Prepare, review, and record the month-end inventory count
• Prepare applicable tax returns such as Sales & Use Tax
• Work on special projects and assist team members as needed
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

Education / Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years work experience.
• Must be professionally certified chattered ACA or equivalent
• Candidates with Nightlife experience will have more advantage

Working Knowledge Requirements:

• Must have two to three (2-3) years of direct work experience in the Nightlife industry
• Great Plains experience preferred
• Proficient in Windows Microsoft Office, Mac OSX, POS systems

Skills:

• Must have a strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the general public
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times
• Ability to keep an open and objective view
• Ability to listen empathetically and be respectful at all times
• Ability to maintain composure and stay focused
• Ability to maintain personal integrity
• Ability to work as a team, stay organized, handle various projects at one time, follow up and make accurate decisions
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, and work under pressure and meet deadlines

Physical Demand:

• Must have good positive energy to make it through the day
• Must be observant and quick to respond to various situations
• Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office and/or venue
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be dexterous and able to participate in all service aspects.

Security Responsibilities:

• Security Level – HIGH

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, leave, and health schemes.
• Work within a fast-paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.