ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE: Accountant

Location: Lagos (Onsite)

Industry: [Manufacturing / Trading / Logistics - specify]

Employment Type: Full-time

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a smart, detail-oriented, and trustworthy Accountant to manage all financial transactions, ensure accurate bookkeeping, and provide timely financial reports for management decision making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Core Accounting & Bookkeeping:

• Manage daily accounting operations - post all transactions on accounting software (QuickBooks / Sage / Zoho).

• Prepare and maintain financial statements - Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow.

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable - track client invoices, vendor payments, and reconciliations.

• Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.

• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.

2. Tax & Compliance:

• Prepare and remit VAT, PAYE, WHT, and other statutory taxes (LIRS, FIRS).

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and company policies.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and banks.

3. Reporting & Control:

• Prepare weekly/monthly financial reports for management.

• Manage budgeting, cost control, and expense monitoring.

• Monitor inventory accounting and factory cost if in manufacturing.

• Manage payroll computation and staff expense retirements.

• Safeguard all company financial documents and assets.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• http://B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.

• ICAN / ACCA certification (or in view) is a major advantage.

• 2-5 years proven experience as an Accountant.

• Must be proficient in at least one accounting software - QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho Books, or Tally.

• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Table, Formulas).

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian Tax Laws (VAT, PAYE, WHT, Company Income Tax).

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work without supervision and meet deadlines.

Pay: ₦200,000.00 - ₦300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person