• Job Description

  Req#: 63287

  BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

  To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

  BAT NIGERIA IS LOOKING FOR A GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT

  SENIORITY LEVEL: Management

  FUNCTION: Corporate Finance

  LOCATION: Lagos

  ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

  The General Ledger accountant in a dynamic and fast-paced environment will work with a team of other experienced professionals across BAT’s Sub-Saharan Africa Area. You will be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the statutory financials of the business. Ensuring a robust financial control and reporting system is in place to ensure the delivery of timely and accurate financial information.

  WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounts in compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements.
  • Analysis of the financial accounts to help management monitor ongoing performance on an accurate and timely basis.
  • Support a strong system of Internal controls within the Finance department.
  • Oversee monthly close process including the posting of journals, review of financial statements, and reconciliations.
  • Performance of SOx controls at key reporting periods to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements.
  • Provision of information to support internal and external audits.

  ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field – mandatory
  • Finance and accounting background, with a minimum of 3 years work experience.
  • Professional accounting qualifications (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA)
  • FMCG sector experience will be an added advantage.
  • Good knowledge of IFRS standards and reporting best practices
  • SAP - strong advantage
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate control issues, risk, impact, and recommendations to management.
  • Critical problem solving, interest in analysing business data with attention to detail
  • Good knowledge of working with ERP systems and Microsoft office applications – added advantage
  • Business Partnering skills - ability to develop good working relationship with key stakeholders. Apply a commercial approach to all activities.

  WE ARE BAT

  At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

  BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

  Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

• About the company

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