The Dangote Group is a Nigerian multinational industrial conglomerate, founded by Aliko Dangote. It is the largest conglomerate in West Africa and one of the largest on the African continent. The group employs more than 30,000 people, generating revenue in excess of US$4.1 billion in 2017.

The company was founded in 1981 as a trading enterprise, importing sugar, cement, rice, fisheries, and other consumer goods for distribution in the Nigeria market. The group moved into manufacturing in the 1990s, starting with textiles, moving onto flour milling, salt processing and sugar refining by the end of the decade.

The company next moved into cement production, growing rapidly and moving into other African countries. A high degree of vertical integration is a hallmark of Dangote Group's operating strategy. The group now owns and operates over 18 subsidiaries, operating in ten African countries. Dangote Cement, is one of these subsidiaries that is listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, with its market capitalization accounting for almost 20 percent of the total capitalization of the Nigerian Stock Exchange.

Dangote Group is headquartered in Lagos. In 2016, Dangote signed a contract with CNOOC group for the installation of a large underwater offshore pipeline. The pipeline, when completed will extend from Bonny (Rivers State) through Ogedegbe, Olokola to Lekki and the Escravos Lagos pipeline, finally terminating at the West Africa Gas Pipeline.

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POST: ACCOUNTS OFFICER (FINANCE) - CEMENT

LOCATION: LAGOS, LAGOS, NIGERIA

JOB TYPE: FULL TIME

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

Administering accounting operations to meet legal requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep accurate records for all daily transactions
• Prepare balance sheets
• Process invoices
• Record accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Update internal systems with financial data
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
• Reconcile bank statements
• Participate in financial audits
• Track bank deposits and payments
• Assist with budget preparation
• Review and implement financial policies

REQUIREMENTS

Educational and Work Experience

• B.Sc. or HND in Finance/ Accounting
• Higher educational qualification/professional certification in Accounting (ACA, ACCA) is an added advantage
• 2 - 6 years relevant work experience in Accounting or Finance function.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Good knowledge and understanding of finance best practices, IFRS and other applicable accounting standards.
• Basic knowledge of accounting packages and systems, preferably SAP.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good data gathering, analysis and problem solving skills High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

BENEFITS

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development

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