Senior Accountant at Sayed Farms Limited

After a thorough research of poultry business in Nigeria, Sayed Farms ltd was established in the year 2004 by Mr. Haytham Nawam and Mr. Ziad Sayed, who both have a broad experience in the field of poultry;

The company is specialized in poultry sector & currently the distribution of frozen food (frozen Fish, French fries, frozen chicken etc…) & covers all the majors aspects of the chicken business field & frozen foods distribution.

The company based in Nigeria with two branches in: Ibadan, and Abuja; the Head office is in Lebanon.Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team.
This role will be responsible for overseeing the accuracy and integrity of all accounting transactions, supporting month-end and year-end closings, managing key financial processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls.
Experience in the poultry industry and strong working knowledge of stock and inventory systems is essential.

Responsibilities

Oversee and control all day-to-day accounting transactions across the department
Manage and record prepaid expenses and ensure appropriate amortization schedules
Handle accruals and ensure completeness and accuracy in financial reporting
Maintain and manage fixed assets register including additions, disposals, depreciation, and physical verification
Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Review, analyze, and validate expense transactions for accuracy, proper classification, and compliance with budget
Provide detailed expense analysis reports to support management decision-making
Ensure accurate stock accounting with a strong understanding of inventory movement in the poultry industry
Have hands-on experience and understanding of ERP workflows, specifically:

RV (Receipt Voucher)
PV (Payment Voucher)
PO (Purchase Order)
GRN (Goods Received Note)

Ensure accounting entries align with internal control policies and financial standards
Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary schedules and documentation
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred)
Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with at least 4years in a senior or supervisory role
Industry experience in poultry or agriculture is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of IFRS or other relevant accounting standards
Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Remuneration

Very attractive.