Lagos, Nigeria

Job Family Group:

Finance

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

August 30, 2024

Business unit:

Finance

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What is the role?

The Management Information Support Accountant will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and reporting accurate financial and management information to internal and external stakeholders. The role involves preparing monthly Fund performance reports, analyzing financial performance, and coordinating periodic reports for the management, trustee board, regulators and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Fund Performance Reporting and Analysis
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual FUND performance reports against internal and external benchmarks.
  • Generate monthly PENCOM Reports and submit in line with the timelines
  • Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision-making.
  • Generate management information reports that provide insights into the financial performance of the Fund.
• Data Management
  • Maintain and update FUND and relevant benchmarks database and systems.
  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial and non-financial data.
  • Develop and implement processes for data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Compliance and Governance
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and respond to audit queries.
  • Support internal and external audit processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with various departments (e.g. Investment front and back office) to gather and analyze financial information.
  • Communicate financial performance and insights to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Coordinating periodic reports for the management, board, and PENCOM
  • Coordinate the preparation of bi-annual pensioners’ newsletter
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in financial accounting and reporting within the pension fund industry.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of operation and finance policies and procedures.

What we need from you?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) required! (At least one)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the pension fund industry or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulations.
•   Proficiency in Investment Management Systems and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to help you find the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

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