Account Manager at Superior Pharmaceuticals Limited – Lagos

Superior Pharmaceuticals Limited is recruiting an Account Manager for its Ajao Estate / Isolo operations in Lagos. The role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, creditors and debtors, inventory controls and statutory compliance.

Role overview

The Account Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial operations, ensuring proper financial records, effective financial management and compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and documented.
• Supervise the Account Officer and review accounting records, reports and financial statements.
• Manage creditors, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Monitor outstanding customer debts and ensure effective follow-up and recovery.
• Prepare, review and analyse the company’s Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management.
• Oversee invoicing, bank reconciliation, general ledger and customer/supplier account reconciliation.
• Monitor company income, expenses, cash flow and petty cash transactions.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and monitor spending against approved budgets.
• Oversee inventory records and work with the Warehouse Department to ensure accurate stock reconciliation.
• Ensure proper documentation and timely filing of applicable tax returns and statutory financial obligations.
• Establish financial controls to prevent errors, fraud and unauthorised spending.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide required financial records.
• Identify financial discrepancies and report significant issues to management.

Requirements

• B.Sc or HND in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably in a managerial or supervisory position.
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation and financial management.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Good analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be hardworking, efficient and highly organised.
• Must demonstrate a high level of integrity, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Candidate must reside around the Oshodi/Isolo axis.