The Dangote Cement, one of Nigeria’s most diversified manufacturing conglomerates, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Purchased assets under AUC external are capitalized not later than 30 days from the date of receiving the asset (GRN date) with creation of temporary asset number.
- Run monthly depreciation 1 day after every month end.
- Monthly fixed assets reconciliations vs GL and PPE movement prepared and reviewed by the Financial Controller by the 5th day of the following month.
- Creation of asset numbers as er 2024 budget and proper filing
- Fixed assets tagging and unload in SAP to fixed assets register by 31st January 2024
- Month reconciliations with all related parties including Dancom and Dangote Global prepared, reviewed and confirmed not later that the 5th day of the following month.
- Ensure all debit notes for related party transactions are posted in the month received/issued.
- Zero long outstanding reconciling items under related parties’ balances
- Accuracy of posting payments in SAP 100% posting
- Minimal errors in posting payments in SAP Not more than 5 errors per quarter.
- Staff retirements/claims should be processed within 5 days from the day of receiving docum
- Ensure no staff with unretired advance is given a new advance and all staffs with overdue advances are communicated to HR for recoveries from salaries.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
- Qualified candidate with CPA/ACCA
- SAP Knowledge is an added advantage.
- Ability to meet deadline.
- Self-motivated and able to work under pressure.
- Ability to work as part of the team and liaise with people of different cultures.
- Excellence communication (both verbal and written) in English and Swahili
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fixed asset accounting.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulations.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
- Prior experience in the construction industry is a plus.
Benefits
- Personal Health Insurance
- Pay Off Time
- Training and Development