Accountant in a Diversified Business Group

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The successful candidate will be responsible for driving financial performance, strengthening governance and internal controls, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering financial strategies that support the Company's long-term growth objectives and overall business sustainability.
• As the organization continues to drive strategic growth, strengthen operational capabilities, and expand its market footprint, it seeks to appoint an accomplished and commercially astute Accountant to provide strategic financial leadership.

Position Overview

• The ideal candidate must possess strong technical accounting expertise, excellent analytical skills, sound knowledge of financial reporting standards, and experience working within a structured corporate or financial services environment.
• Deutsche Partners Holding Limited is seeking an experienced, highly analytical, and detail-oriented Accountant to join its Finance & Accounts Department.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Company's financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory regulations, supporting financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and providing accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor departmental budgets and expenditure against approved budgets.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of all accounting records.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Support the implementation of financial systems, ERP platforms, and automation initiatives.
• Utilize accounting software and digital tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, reconciliations, and audit coordination.
• Experience within a financial services or other regulated corporate environment is highly desirable.
• A Master's degree or MBA will be an added advantage.