Legal Afrik Consult

Accountant

Legal Afrik Consult

Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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Job summary

We are looking for a technically sound, disciplined, and detail-orientated accountant to take full ownership of the company's financial operations. The ideal candidate is not just someone who records transactions; they are to understand the story behind the numbers, ensure regulatory compliance and produce financial reports that drive decisions.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 9 to 5 Applicant Location: Ibadan & Oyo State, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare comprehensive financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, on a monthly and quarterly basis using the accrual basis of accounting.
  • Perform thorough bank, cash, and ledger reconciliations on a regular basis and resolve all variances promptly.
  • Manage the full accounts payable and receivable cycle, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and customer collections.
  • Maintain and oversee petty cash operations, including disbursement tracking and periodic counts.
  • Compute and remit all statutory obligations accurately and on time, VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), PAYE, pension contributions, and Company Income Tax (CIT).
  • Maintain a well-structured general ledger and chart of accounts within the company's accounting tool.
  • Generate and analyse management reports, variance analyses, and financial dashboards to support business decision-making.
  • Ensure all financial documentation is organised, audit-ready, and properly archived.
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and relevant regulatory bodies as required.
  • Identify process gaps and proactively recommend improvements to internal controls and financial procedures.


Requirements:

  • Minimum of HND or B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • A professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, or part-qualification in view) is a strong added advantage
  • Minimum of 2 years of hands-on accounting experience in a structured commercial environment
  • Prior experience in a trading, import, or e-commerce business is an advantage
  • Deep, working knowledge of accounting standards, including but not limited to IAS 1, IAS 2, IAS 7, IAS 16, and IFRS 15
  • Proven ability to independently prepare full financial statements from the trial balance to the final accounts
  • Strong understanding of Nigerian tax regulations, VAT Act, PITA, CITA, Pension Reform Act and experience with statutory filings.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, and financial modelling.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, Odoo, or similar ERP platforms)
  • Experience with cash flow management and the indirect method of cash flow preparation is required.


Core Competencies:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and a zero-tolerance approach to errors.
  • High level of personal discipline and the ability to work independently without micromanagement
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity and strict confidentiality in handling financial information.
  • Ability to meet deadlines consistently, including statutory filing deadlines.
  • Good communication skills, able to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.


Remuneration: NGN 180,000 Monthly



What We Offer

  • A structured and dynamic work environment.
  • Direct exposure to end-to-end financial operations of a growing business.
  • Opportunity to grow with the company.


Location: New Garage, Ibadan, Oyo State


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