In-House Accountant

Responsibilities:

Daily Accounting and Bookkeeping:

Record daily sales, expenses, receipts, payments and other financial transactions accurately. Maintain organised accounting records, supporting documents, invoices and payment vouchers. Monitor accounts payable and receivable and follow up on outstanding balances. Ensure transactions are properly classified, documented and recorded promptly.

Financial Reporting and Management Support:

Prepare monthly profit and loss reports, cash-flow summaries, expense reports and other management accounts. Support budgeting, expense monitoring and financial planning. Identify unusual transactions, cost variations and discrepancies, escalating issues promptly. Provide accurate financial information to support management decisions.

Reconciliation and Financial Controls:

Perform regular bank reconciliations and reconcile sales, payment platforms and other transaction records. Verify transactions against receipts, invoices, bank statements and relevant supporting documents. Maintain appropriate financial controls and help prevent errors, unauthorised expenditure and record discrepancies.

Inventory and Retail Accounting:

Reconcile inventory records with physical stock counts and sales records. Monitor stock receipts, transfers, sales, returns, adjustments and other inventory movements. Work with operations and sales personnel to investigate stock variances and maintain accurate inventory valuation records. Support controls over product costs, purchases and stock-related expenses.

Tax and Financial Administration:

Support applicable tax calculations, statutory filings, remittances and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate records for tax reporting, audits and financial reviews. Assist with documentation requested by management, auditors, banks and relevant authorities.

Requirements:

HND in Accounting, Finance or a closely related discipline. 2-4 years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience. Demonstrable proficiency in at least one recognised accounting platform, such as QuickBooks, Zoho Books or Sage. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to work confidently with spreadsheets and financial data. Practical experience in bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting and expense tracking. Understanding of inventory accounting and stock reconciliation. Experience in retail, FMCG, cosmetics, product distribution or e-commerce will be an advantage. Progress towards ICAN qualification or Accounting Technician Scheme certification will be an advantage. Strong numerical accuracy, organisation, analytical ability and attention to detail. High integrity, discretion and respect for confidential financial information. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and maintain reliable records in a fast-paced business environment.

Location: Lekki, Lagos Remuneration: NGN  150,000–200,000 monthly, plus accommodation