About the Role
T.O.N Corporate Services is a premier business management firm dedicated to helping start-ups and growing businesses thrive. We offer comprehensive corporate solutions, spanning legal services, human resources, marketing, and robust accounting and tax management. We are currently seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Accounts to lead our dynamic Accounts Department in Lagos, Nigeria. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee financial management, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls, providing vital insights to steer our strategic decision-making and ensure long-term financial health.
Key Responsibilities- Lead comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to secure organizational liquidity.
- Prepare and present accurate management accounts and financial reports to senior management and the Board.
- Ensure strict compliance with IFRS, Nigerian tax legislation, and all statutory reporting requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial governance systems.
- Coordinate seamless internal and external audits while ensuring timely implementation of audit recommendations.
- Monitor expenditures, procurement processes, vendor payments, and cost-control initiatives.
- Oversee asset management, asset tagging, inventory management, and regular account reconciliations.
- Lead, mentor, supervise, and develop the Accounts team to achieve departmental excellence.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Administration, and Procurement departments.
- Liaise professionally with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and other key external stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
- Mandatory professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
- Minimum of 10 to 12 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 4 years in a senior or supervisory role.
- Strong, verifiable knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax laws, GAAP, and statutory financial reporting.
- Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow management, and internal financial controls.
- Proficiency in modern accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage, alongside advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Exceptional analytical, leadership, organizational, and executive-level communication skills.
- High level of integrity, professional ethics, meticulous attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives aligned with industry standards.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and leadership growth.
- Collaborative, dynamic, and supportive work environment within a leading business management firm.
- Comprehensive health insurance and other corporate welfare benefits.