We are in need for an Accountant who will manage the General Ledger, prepares monthly financial reports, ensures statutory compliance, and leads the month-end close. The role supports bank reconciliations, project cost monitoring, internal controls, and provides audit and tax compliance support. Works closely with AR, AP, SCM, PMO, and auditors. 

• Education: B.Sc. in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant field.
• Experience: 2-5 years in IT support.
• Certifications: ITIL Foundation, Microsoft Certification.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer empathy skills. Technical expertise to achieve 80% request resolution at first line.

Financial Reporting & GL Control

• Maintain GL and prepare monthly management accounts.
• Handle accruals, prepayments, journals, and fixed assets.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules and support external audits.
• Ensure PAYE, WHT, VAT, Pension, NHF, NSITF, and ITF compliance.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit trails.

Bank Reconciliations & Internal Controls

• Lead bank reconciliation process; resolve reconciling items with AR/AP.
• Strengthen internal controls to ensure financial accuracy.

Project Accounting & Costing

• Review project cost postings and ensure correct WBS/cost centre allocation.
• Work with PMO/Technical teams on revenue recognition and project reporting.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support Sage and Zoho Books usage.
• Recommend improvements to finance processes and reporting templates

Key Skill:

Core Skills

• GL & month-end closing
• Financial reporting
• Bank reconciliations
• Project costing
• Nigerian tax compliance
• Audit preparation
• ERP/accounting systems usage
• Internal control implementation

Soft Skills

• High integrity & confidentiality
• Strong communication
• Analytical & problem-solving ability
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to work under pressure
• Leadership and team coordination
• Proactive, process-improvement mindset

KPIs

• Timely monthly accounts & reconciled TB
• Clean bank reconciliations
• Accurate project cost reports
• Zero major audit issues
• Compliance with all statutory deadlines