Accountant

About the role

Stride Recruitment Limited is hiring a full-time Accountant in Lagos (Marina) to keep the company's financial records accurate, prepare regular reports and support compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. The role works closely with management, human resources, operations, sales and other departments.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounting books.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Monitor income, expenses, cash flow and bank transactions; reconcile bank statements with accounting records.
• Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and other financial documents.
• Process staff salaries, allowances, deductions and other approved payments.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable, and track client payments and outstanding balances.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and expenditure reports.
• Ensure timely payment of taxes and statutory deductions, and verify that payments are properly authorised.
• Assist internal and external audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and accounting standards.
• Identify discrepancies, keep financial information confidential and perform other finance duties assigned by management.

Required profile

• HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as ICAN or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and bookkeeping.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Good communication skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Financial reporting and analysis, bookkeeping and account reconciliation
• Budget preparation and monitoring, tax and statutory compliance
• Cash flow management
• Microsoft Excel and accounting software