About this role

Post and maintain all transactions (bills, invoices, payments, receipts, journals) on Zoho Books accurately and on time.
Supervise payables, receivables, journal entries and all financial transactions, and the monthly close of accounts.
Verify, process and track vendor and contractor payments, with every payment recorded and traceable.
Prepare and monitor project budgets on Zoho, track budget against actuals, and ensure budgetary compliance.
Reconcile project team and bank accounts monthly, collate bank statements, and escalate differences.
Keep complete, properly filed financial records for every project, and keep internal expenses safe.
Analyse general ledger accounts and cost-accounting calculations; prepare journals and subsidiary ledgers.
Compile and remit statutory deductions (PAYE, pension) and provide required reports to regulators and government agencies.
Prepare audit schedules, support external auditors and ensure annual audits are completed on time.
Prepare financial reports, forecasts of financial requirements and reusable management presentations.
Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the Senior Financial and Treasury Accountant

B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; membership of a professional body (ICAN or equivalent) is an advantage.
Minimum of 3 years' relevant accounting experience, preferably in real estate development, construction or project-based environments in Nigeria.
Working knowledge of Nigerian statutory requirements, including PAYE, pension and other remittances.
Proficiency in accounting software; Zoho Books experience is an advantage. Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Demonstrated ability to operate against measurable, automation-tracked KPIs.
Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy and documentation discipline.
Ability to prepare reports and present clearly to management, auditors and regulators.
High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information.

Project Accountant