• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Position Summary

• The Senior Accountant will manage the full accounting cycle and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all financial transactions.


• The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with strong technical accounting skills, Account Payables and Receivables, Reconciliations, Fixed Asset Management, deep knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, and a solid grasp of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Key Responsibilities

Payment Processing & Financial Transactions:

• Process daily payments accurately and on schedule.


• Verify and ensure proper documentation and authorization prior to payment.


• Administer monthly payroll and ensure accurate and timely salary disbursement

Accounting, Financial Posting & Fixed Asset Management:

• Record and post financial transactions using Sage 50 Accounting Software.


• Reconcile monthly postings and ensure accuracy of all entries.


• Manage depreciation of fixed assets and amortization of intangible assets in compliance with accounting standards.

Account Receivables & Financial Tracking:

• Prepare and issue accurate quotes to clients in a timely manner.


• Process duty payments efficiently and track financial transactions.


• Conduct Sage postings and ensure proper financial documentation.


• Support the accounts officer in raising payments and reconciling transactions.

Reconciliation & Compliance:

• Perform account reconciliations for all key balance sheet accounts (bank, AP, AR, Repayments)


• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of transactions.


• Reconcile all key ledger accounts and promptly resolve discrepancies.

Statutory & Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and remit statutory deductions including PAYE, VAT, WHT, and Pension in line with regulatory timelines.


• Ensure accurate processing and timely payment of customs duties for imports and exports.


• Maintain strict adherence to financial regulations and company policies.

Financial Reporting & Audit Support:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).


• Prepare the company’s financial books and records for audit in compliance with FIRS requirements.


• Post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure completeness and proper cutoff.


• Support year-end audit processes and address audit queries promptly.


• Collaborate with the Head of Finance in financial planning, budgeting, and performance reporting.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement opportunities for improving financial processes and controls.


• Ensure continuous compliance and readiness for both internal and external audits.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (minimum of Second Class Upper Division).


• Professional certification (ICAN, ACA) required.


• Experience handling tax audits with FIRS


• 4–5 years of progressive accounting experience.


• Proficiency in Sage 50 or similar accounting software.


• Demonstrated experience in financial statement preparation and month-end closing.

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, accruals, and fixed asset management.


• Expertise in aging analysis and receivables follow-up.


• Knowledge of Goods-in-Transit (GIT) accounting is an advantage.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.


• Sound understanding of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations.