Junior Accountant

• Record all financial transactions accurately using Microsoft Excel and accounting softwar
  
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  
• Maintain up-to-date ledgers, journals, and other records
  
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes
  

• Manage vendor and supplier payments, ensuring timely disbursement
  
• Monitor receivables and follow up on outstanding balances
  
• Reconcile supplier statements and customer accounts regularly
  

• Carry out daily bank reconciliation
  
• Monitor cash balances and forecast short-term liquidity needs
  
• Prepare and process bank transfer instructions and maintain transaction documentation
  

• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis
  
• Monitor actual expenditures against budget allocation and report discrepancies
  
• Ensure appropriate approvals and documentation for all spending
  

• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns (VAT, WHT, CIT, etc.)
  
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls and statutory obligations
  
• Liaise with external auditors and prepare scedules required for audits
  

• Maintain an accurate and organized filing system for financial records
  
• ​Contribute to improving internal processes and documentation standards
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (minimum second class upper)
  
• 2+ years of practical accounting experience
  
• ICAN, ACCA or other recognized professional qualfications (preferred)
  
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
  
• Proficiency in Microsift excel and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho)
  
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks
  
• High attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations and financial reporting standards
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  
• Integrity, Reliability and Professionalism.