• Application Deadline:
• Position: Real Estate Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & General Ledger:

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.


• Manage general ledger entries, journal postings, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Cash Flow & Budget Management:

• Monitor daily cash flows, track escrow accounts, and manage property transaction inflows and outflows.


• Perform budget-versus-actual variance analysis across real estate development and sales projects.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process client receipts, track buyer payment schedules, and issue property invoices.


• Review and process vendor payables, contractor invoicing, and supplier payments.

Taxation & Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with state and federal tax obligations (VAT, WHT, CIT, PAYE).


• File periodic returns and liaise with external auditors and tax authorities.

Property Asset Tracking:

• Track property portfolio assets, land acquisition funds, and project expenditure.


• Work closely with sales, property management, and project teams to audit transaction records.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Certification: ACA / ACCA professional qualification (or currently in progress) is strongly preferred.

Experience:

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  3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in real estate, property development, or construction sectors.

  
  

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and specialized accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or real estate ERPs).


• Strong working knowledge of tax laws and financial compliance standards.

Key Competencies:

• High attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.