• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head of Accounts



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire accounting function, including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, payroll, and statutory compliance.


• Consolidate financials from multiple outlets and ensure accurate, timely reporting of daily sales, cash flow, and profitability.


• Partner with operations to monitor food cost, wastage, and store-level expenses — ensuring adherence to budget and profitability targets.


• Prepare and present monthly management reports, highlighting trends, risks, and actionable insights.


• Oversee audit processes, taxation, and regulatory filings.


• Implement and strengthen internal controls across cash handling, vendor payments, and inventory management.


• Evaluate financial systems and processes; recommend and drive automation or technology solutions where possible.


• Develop and mentor the accounting team to build a high-performing, detail-driven finance function.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent qualification preferred.


• 5 - 10 years of accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role ideally within the QSR, hospitality, or retail sector.


• Strong command over restaurant P&L, cost of goods sold (COGS), and outlet-level financial operations.


• Proven experience working with POS systems, inventory software, and accounting ERPs (e.g., Tally, SAP, Oracle NetSuite).


• Sharp analytical skills and an eye for operational detail.


• A proactive mindset someone who spots inefficiencies and acts before they become issues.