Accountant

Accountant

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
• Experience 4 - 7 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and ensure proper recording of all financial transactions.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Manage all statutory obligations, including PAYE, VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), Company Income Tax (CIT), Pension, NSITF, ITF, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely remittance of statutory deductions and maintain accurate records of all statutory payments, receipts, tax filings, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Prepare tax computations, reconciliations, tax clearance documentation, and support tax planning initiatives.
• Prepare, monitor, and analyse monthly and annual budgets, including payroll, procurement, and operational expenditures.
• Support budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow planning, and working capital management.
• Perform bank, vendor, customer, and general ledger reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and performance dashboards, providing recommendations to Management on financial decisions, process improvements, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Manage petty cash disbursements and maintain complete and accurate records of all related transactions.
• Coordinate annual audits and liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities to ensure timely completion of statutory and audit requirements.
• Provide support during internal and external audit exercises by ensuring the timely availability of all required financial records and supporting documentation.
• Maintain well-organized electronic and physical filing systems for accounting records, vouchers, invoices, receipts, contracts, and other supporting documents.
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax legislation, financial reporting requirements, and other regulatory developments to ensure continuous compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives and improve operational efficiency.
• Perform any other finance, accounting, or administrative duties as may be assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Professional Qualification:

• ICAN or ACCA certification is mandatory

Experience

• Minimum of 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous experience in a tax consulting, audit, accounting advisory, or other professional services firm is highly preferred.
• Strong practical knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external audits

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent understanding of financial accounting principles and reporting standards.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations and statutory deductions.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP systems).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• The ideal candidate has built a solid technical foundation in accounting through experience in a tax consulting, audit, or professional services firm.
• They are confident handling complex tax matters, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls, while providing sound financial insights that support business growth.