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Accountant

Location: [City, State], Nigeria

Work Mode: Hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: 3 to 5 years

Salary: [Amount] - [Amount] monthly gross

About [Company Name]

[Write 2 or 3 sentences about your company: what you do, who you serve and what makes you a good place to work.]

Role Summary

We are looking for an Accountant to keep our books accurate and our finances in good order.

You will manage day-to-day accounting, prepare reports and make sure [Company Name] meets its tax and statutory obligations.

Responsibilities

Accounting

  • Record transactions and keep the general ledger accurate.
  • Prepare bank and account reconciliations every month.
  • Process payables, receivables and expense claims.
  • Manage fixed asset and inventory records.

Reporting

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting.
  • Analyse costs and flag variances.
  • Support external audits.

Tax & Compliance

  • Prepare and file VAT, WHT, PAYE and company tax returns.
  • Keep up with FIRS and state tax requirements.
  • Make sure internal controls are followed.
  • Maintain clear financial records and documentation.

Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
  • A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
  • ICAN or ACCA qualification, or working towards it
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and Nigerian tax rules
  • Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or Zoho Books
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • High accuracy and integrity

Nice to Have

  • Experience in an audit firm
  • Experience with an ERP system

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates can apply here: [application link], or send their CV to [email address] with "Accountant" as the subject.

[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.