IGI Recruiting Accountants Job in Nigeria

Industrial and General Insurance Plc part of, IGI Group is the largest insurance company in Nigeria and the largest underwriter in West Africa.

Job Title: ACCOUNTANTS

Reference: A/FA/15/10
Department: ACCOUNT
Status: Permanent


Overall purpose
Will be responsible for applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements.


Job description / Responsibilities
Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly accounting reports.
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.



Analyze and review budgets and expenditures.
Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents.
Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control.
Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits.
Develop the annual operating budget and consult with departmental management.


Report to
Group Head, Finance & Accounts



Knowledge / Skills
Proactive, self motivated, disciplined, assertive,
analytical, very energetic with good team leadership skills (must be a team player).
High level of drive, result oriented and good communication skills.
Proficiency in the use of accounting software is a must.
Willingness to work flexible schedules.
Must have understanding of the Insurance industry or similar industrial business and regulatory environment.
Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications.


Age requirement

Below 40 years


Qualifications / Experience
A minimum of Bachelor of Science degree (or its equivalent) in Accounting, Business Administration and/or Finance from a recognized University and professional membership of ICAN or equivalent.
Minimum of 7 years experience.
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Application Deadline: 29th June, 2010