Accountant

Elvaridah Limited

• Job Title: Accountant
• Location: Banana Island, Lagos
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Industry: Luxury Hospitality / Serviced Apartments

About the Role

• Our Client, a luxury serviced apartment located in Banana Island, Lagos, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage its financial records, accounting operations, and reporting processes.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring income and expenses, managing reconciliations, supporting budgeting and cash-flow management, and ensuring that financial transactions are properly documented and accounted for.
• The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment while maintaining confidentiality and financial accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the property.
• Record and reconcile daily income from room bookings, accommodation, services, and other revenue streams.
• Monitor and track expenses, purchases, petty cash, and operational payments.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports and management accounts.
• Perform bank, cash, and payment reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and settlement of invoices.
• Review invoices, receipts, payment requests, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper authorization.
• Monitor revenue collections and ensure all income is properly recorded and accounted for.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management for the property.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records and supporting documents.
• Monitor financial transactions across departments and ensure compliance with established financial procedures.
• Assist with payroll preparation and related financial documentation where required.
• Prepare schedules and information required for audits, tax filings, and statutory compliance.
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, banks, and other relevant parties on financial matters.
• Identify financial discrepancies, irregularities, or control gaps and escalate them appropriately.
• Provide financial insights and reports to management to support operational and business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within hospitality, serviced apartments, hotels, real estate, or a similar operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with hospitality/property management systems is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and expense monitoring.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve financial issues promptly.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and other departments.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory accounting requirements is an advantage.
• Candidates residing within or close to Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lekki, Victoria Island, and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date

• Not Specified.