Vacancy: Accountant (Automobile Industry) at Origin Group

Origin Group is a twenty first century group of companies with varying deeply vested interests in key economic sector in Nigeria and China. Origin Group operates in sectors such as agriculture, engineering & construction, trade advisory & trade outsourcing, manufacturing, import and export among others. 

Accountant (Automobile Industry)

• Job Type: Full Time
• Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
• Experience: 3 – 5 years
• Location: Lagos
• City: Surulere
• Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit 

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our finance team in theautomobile sector.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting operational efficiency across vehicle sales, spare parts inventory, service revenue, and vendor transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for vehicle sales, service income, and parts transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS and company policies.
• Reconcile bank statements, vendor accounts, and customer receivables.
• Monitor and manage inventory accounting for vehicles, spare parts, and workshop consumables.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Prepare and file statutory returns (VAT, WHT, etc.) and ensure tax compliance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments (Sales, Service, Stores) to ensure financial accuracy.
• Maintain financial data integrity in SAGE ERP system.
• Assist with internal and external audits and implement recommendations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields
• Professional certification (ACA, ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ accounting experience, preferably in the automobile or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax regulations, and inventory accounting.
• Proficiency in SAGE ERP systemand Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong time management and multitasking skills.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: hrbp@oawng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.