Role Description: The Accountant role at Terra Paints is a full-time, on-site position based in Port Harcourt.

The resposibilities include:

Manage Core Accounting: Handle day-to-day bookkeeping, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
Ensure Tax Compliance: Handle monthly statutory filings and remittances, including VAT, PAYE, and WHT with relevant tax authorities.
Control Manufacturing Inventory: Oversee tracking, valuation, and periodic physical counts for raw materials, WIP, and finished paint batches.
Drive Product Costing: Accurately calculate and review the Cost of Goods Manufactured (COGM) and COGS, factoring in raw materials, labor, and overheads.
Lead Software Migration: Utilize your tech-savviness to help evaluate, set up, and transition our company operations to a new accounting software platform.

Qualifications

Strong skills in financial accounting, general ledger management, and preparation of financial statements.
Ability to manage accounts payable and receivable, perform bank reconciliations, and monitor cash flow.
Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and basic financial analysis to support management decisions.
Proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets, with attention to accuracy and detail.
Understanding of relevant tax regulations, accounting standards, and internal control procedures.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with integrity and discretion in handling financial information.
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams on-site.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is an advantage.
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or a similar industry is beneficial.