• Application Deadline: Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Senior Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Salary: NGN 500,000

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to oversee and manage core accounting and financial operations across the organization. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic financial decisions. This is a key role requiring strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in accounting and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payables, receivables, general ledger updates, and bank reconciliations.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions in line with accounting standards.


• Review and post sales invoices, receipts, supplier invoices, payments, and intercompany/interbank transactions.


• Manage petty cash and fuel card transactions, ensuring proper documentation and controls.


• Monitor cash flow and daily inflows to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.


• Ensure proper cash handling procedures and support periodic cash audits across branches.


• Implement and maintain strong internal control systems and financial policies.


• Reconcile HMOs, suppliers/vendors, and other client accounts regularly.


• Maintain and update the Fixed Assets Register.


• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and all statutory requirements.


• Oversee costing activities, including inventory landing costs and product pricing monitoring.


• Manage credit control processes to reduce bad debts and overdue receivables.


• Oversee payroll processing, contract wages, statutory deductions, and staff claims.


• Support month-end and year-end closing processes and prepare management reports.


• Prepare financial reports including sales analysis, payables, receivables, product count reports, intercompany reports, and petty cash reports.


• Maintain strong relationships with financial institutions and support loan processing when required.


• Undertake any additional tasks assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is mandatory.


• 5–7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in retail or a similar industry.


• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations.


• Proficient in accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, ERP systems) and advanced MS Excel.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.


• Excellent communication and leadership skills.


• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and operate with minimal supervision.