• Application Deadline:
• Position: Accountant - Lagos



• Job Type Full Time , Onsite



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

We Are seeking to hire an Accountant for one of our clients who will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management of The company, including accounting, reporting, cash-flow control, invoicing, statutory compliance, and commercial financial support. The role requires accuracy, discipline, commercial awareness, and strict adherence to timelines, as well as proactive follow-up on receivables and obligations to ensure financial stability and profitability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Accountant, your work will span three critical pillars:

Financial Accounting & Record Keeping

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including:


• Income Statements


• Balance Sheets


• Cash Flow Statements


• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.


• Control, validate, and review all posting entries on the company’s ERP or accounting system.


• Reconcile bank accounts, ledgers, and financial records regularly.

Invoicing, Receipts & Receivables Management

• Raise accurate and timely invoices and receipts for all services, memberships, events, and products.


• Prepare and issue statements of account for members and clients as required.


• Actively follow up on outstanding payments, ensuring timely collections.


• Track receivables, flag overdue accounts, and escalate risks to management promptly.


• Validate credit terms and settlement conditions for all sales records.

Payroll & Staff-Related Financials

• Prepare and submit payroll requests on or before the agreed payment date each month.


• Ensure payroll accuracy, statutory deductions, and proper documentation.


• Maintain payroll records and support payroll audits where required.

Petty Cash & Expense Management

• Manage and reconcile petty cash accounts regularly.


• Ensure all petty cash expenses are properly documented, approved, and accounted for.


• Monitor staff expense claims and ensure compliance with internal policies.

Vendor & Instructor Payments

• Ensure vendors and instructors are paid promptly in line with agreed terms.


• Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies.


• Maintain accurate payables schedules and cash-flow forecasts to support timely payments.

Month-End & Management Reporting

• Perform complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including:


• Account reconciliations


• Vendor and payroll reconciliations


• Inventory and retail stock counts


• Prepare and submit Monthly Management Accounts on or before the 1st day of each month, including:

Financial performance summaries

• Budget vs actual analysis


• Cash-flow position


• Key risks, insights, and recommendations

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with management.


• Monitor financial performance against budgets and explain variances.


• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving or revenue-enhancing opportunities.

Pricing, Quotations & Commercial Support

• Prepare quotations for clients, partners, and vendors as required.


• Support and participate in commercial negotiations, ensuring pricing and terms align with profitability goals.


• Collaborate with the Executive Director and team to:


• Establish and periodically review pricing strategies


• Assess margins, costs, and financial viability of offerings

Tax Compliance & Statutory Obligations

• Ensure timely and accurate remittance of all statutory taxes, including:


• VAT/WHT (on or before the 21st of each month)


• PAYE (on or before the 10th of the following month)


• Prepare statutory filings and support audits.


• Be fully accountable for penalties arising from late or incorrect filings.

Audit, Controls & Compliance

• Conduct internal checks to identify discrepancies or errors.


• Organize end-of-year activities, including liaison with external auditors.


• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures.


• Ensure compliance with regulatory authorities and best practices.

Documentation & Systems Management

• Organize and maintain all financial files on Google Workspace.


• Ensure proper filing, version control, and accessibility of records.


• Stay updated on accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry trends.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or any other related field.


• At least 4-5 years of professional experience as an accountant or any other related capacity


• Professional certification is an added advantage


• Strong attention to detail and discipline with deadlines


• Commercial awareness and cash-flow sensitivity


• High integrity and confidentiality


• Ability to work independently and proactively


• No conflicting engagements that impair performance