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Senior Associate, Financial Reporting

Matta

Matta

Accounting & Finance
Lagos, Nigeria
Posted on Apr 17, 2025
Position Overview:
The Senior Associate, Financial Reporting will be responsible for the month-end closing process, preparation of financial statements, and internal control of all financial processes. You will support the Financial Reporting Manager to ensure the reliability and accuracy of financial statements and meet all relevant accounting, tax, and reporting standards, both from a local regulatory perspective and an international perspective. The output of your work will be used by Matta’s management team to make sound and informed business decisions. This is an exciting role for a person who wants to help build and enhance the growth of Chem-Tech company.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for leading and coordinating the day-to-day general accounting activities (i.e. recording of journal entries, preparation of monthly account reconciliations, recording intercompany transactions, etc.).
  • Responsible for month, quarter, and year-end close processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements, supporting schedules, and monthly reports.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies in accordance with IFRS, US GAAP, and implementation of changes in accounting standards.
  • Preparation of accounting policy memos and assisting in drafting and implementing accounting policies.
  • Evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reporting.
  • Develop and improve processes, tools, and systems to manage reporting for a fast growing business.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Work effectively and strategically with cross-functional teams to ensure all directions, alternatives, and decisions have been thoroughly reviewed from a financial perspective.
  • Facilitate and coordinate multiple reporting deadlines and respond quickly to ad-hoc requests.
  • Support the preparation of the investor report pack.
  • Support FP&A to prepare budgets, forecast, strategic plans and conduct variance analysis.
  • Assist with year-end audits, tax filings, and statutory and regulatory returns, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Economics / Banking and Finance or a related field.
  • Professional qualifications such as ICAN or ACCA.
  • Must be technologically savvy, have excellent analytical skills, and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of Financial management systems, accounting policies, standards, cost accounting, etc.
  • 4+ years of professional working experience in accounting or finance functions in an Ecommerce, Tech, or Fintech sector would be an added advantage.
  • Experience with IFRS and US GAAP accounting, audits, and board-level reporting.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships cross-functionally and with third parties.
  • Possess strong interpersonal, negotiation, and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Process improvement and project management skills and experience.
  • Strong aptitude in leveraging technology to simplify internal processes, minimize manual work, and limit delays in processing.
  • Extreme sense of organization, with the ability to timely meet deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Enjoy hands-on activities requiring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Experience with Zoho, or other accounting software.
  • Experience with ERP systems implementations and change management is an asset.

Benefits

Matta is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained staff.
What we offer:
  • An attractive compensation package that is commensurate with the demonstrated level of required experience and skill and in line with industry standards.
  • Hybrid work structure.
  • HMO
  • Performance Bonus.
  • Full time, life access to learning

Interested? send your CV directly to people@matta.trade