Accountant

Job summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant with 1–2 years of hands-on accounting experience who is actively pursuing their ICAN qualification. Located around the Redemption Area in Ogun State, this role will support our finance team in day-to-day bookkeeping, financial record keeping, account reconciliations, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate possesses a solid foundation in basic accounting principles, strong numerical skills, and a commitment to growing their professional career.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 1 year Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Abeokuta & Ogun State, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping & Posting: Maintain daily financial records, post ledger entries, and accurately record accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank reconciliations and verify transaction details against ledger entries to ensure accuracy.
• Petty Cash Management: Oversee petty cash disbursements, maintain cash vouchers, and reconcile physical balances with logbooks regularly.
• Invoicing & Payments: Prepare customer invoices, track outstanding balances, send payment reminders, and process approved vendor payments.
• Payroll Support: Assist in compiling payroll data, computing monthly deductions, and preparing payroll schedules.
• Tax & Compliance: Support the preparation and timely filing of statutory remittances (PAYE, VAT, WHT, Pension) to local and state tax authorities.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing trial balances, schedules for monthly management accounts, and supporting documents for internal or external audits.

Requirements:

• A minimum of an OND in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
• Currently studying/writing ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) exams.
• 1–2 years of post-qualification accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Redemption Area (Mowe / Ibafo / Redemption City / Shimawa axis, Ogun State) for an easy daily commute.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Tally).
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to handle confidential financial information.