• Application Deadline: Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate



• Experience 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

The Accountant will provide financial, administrative, and management counsel to the Executive team to drive high-quality business decisions, performance metrics, and optimal resource allocation. 

This role involves strategic financial planning, IFRS-compliant reporting, internal controls management, and supporting new business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Strategic Counsel

• Develop annual budgets and lead the financial planning process.


• Determine cost-effectiveness of current and prospective service delivery models.


• Provide strategic counsel to Management to optimize resources and investments.


• Support business growth by identifying and managing new business opportunities.

Fiscal Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee all fiscal reporting activities in line with IFRS standards.


• Produce monthly business reports, balance sheets, and cash flow projections.


• Supervise month-end closing activities and provide daily cash positions.


• Manage reconciliations with statutory agencies, including tax and pension bodies.


• Attend management meetings to present financial submissions.

Internal Controls and Treasury Management

• Maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard organizational assets.


• Monitor all banking relationships, lodgments, and salary payments end-to-end.


• Analyze general bank statements to ensure adequate cash flow.


• Manage the general internal audit and ensure a disaster recovery plan is active.


• Oversee corporate business insurance plans.

Operations, Payroll & Ledger Management

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor reconciliations.


• Manage monthly invoicing to clients and maintain accurate financial files.


• Prepare monthly salaries, execute payroll audits, and review tax/pension remittances.


• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data collection.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Economics, Statistics, or other related field.


• Professional accounting certification (ICAN or ACCA) is mandatory.


• Requisite training and proficiency in advanced financial reporting.


• Minimum of 8 years of experience with at least 5 years as a Manager.


• Previous work experience in a security services or outsourcing firm is a strong added advantage.


• Proven background in business management, statistics, and financial modeling.


• High proficiency in relevant accounting software 


• Advanced mastery of the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).