About this role
Job Position: Accountant
Job Summary
We are looking for a meticulous and qualified accountant to manage our client's day-to-day accounting operations, prepare financial reports, ensure full tax compliance, and support the annual audit process. You will deliver accurate financial information that supports effective business decision-making.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to grow within a fast-paced organisation.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in the organisation's accounting system
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Prepare monthly management accounts including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement
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Process accounts payable and receivable transactions and perform regular reconciliation
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Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and resolve outstanding items
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Compute and remit monthly PAYE, VAT, withholding tax, pension, and NSITF contributions within statutory deadlines
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Maintain the fixed asset register and compute depreciation in line with company policy
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Coordinate and support the annual external audit, preparing all required audit schedules
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Prepare quarterly budget-versus-actual variance analyses and report key findings to management
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Liaise with banks, FIRS, and other regulatory bodies on routine financial and compliance matters
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Implement and monitor internal financial controls to safeguard company assets
Requirements
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Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
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ICAN Associate member or active ICAN/ACCA student with significant examinations completed
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Minimum of 4 - 5+ years of relevant accounting experience in a structured organization
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Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws including CITA, PITA, and VAT Act
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and financial modelling
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Thorough understanding of FIRS as applicable to financial statement preparation
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Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously without compromising quality
Benefits
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500,000 naira, monthly net
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HMO, Pension, other company-wide benefits