Accountant/Technical Assistant to Founder

About the role

We are a founder‑led education group in Lekki, Lagos, operating a private primary school and a related education venture. We are looking for a capable professional to run the finance function and work directly alongside the Founder on analysis, follow‑through and reporting that keeps the wider business moving.

Key responsibilities

• Manage fee billing, collections, receivables and follow‑up on outstanding fees with tact.
• Process payroll, remit PAYE, pension and other statutory deductions on schedule.
• Handle vendor payments, procurement records, petty‑cash and expense controls.
• Perform bank reconciliations, maintain the general ledger and prepare monthly management accounts, cash‑flow forecasts and budget variance reports.
• Support annual budgeting, termly financial planning and maintain the fixed‑asset register and inventory records.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants and regulators to ensure compliance with FIRS and LIRS.
• Prepare briefing notes, board and management papers, presentations and correspondence for the Founder.
• Conduct research and analysis on new initiatives, partnerships, market opportunities and competitor activity.
• Build and maintain financial models and business cases for new projects and track strategic initiatives across the group.
• Coordinate meetings, take minutes and manage action registers on the Founder’s behalf.

Required profile

• BSc/HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline; ICAN or ACCA qualified or actively pursuing.
• 3–5 years of experience covering accounting and analytical or business‑support work, preferably in banking, consulting, audit or a founder‑facing role.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to distil complex information onto a single page.
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian tax and payroll compliance.
• Absolute integrity, discretion and self‑direction with good judgement on escalation.
• Ambitious and seeking exposure working close to a founder.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or similar.
• Financial modelling and business case development.
• Comfort with AI tools, automation and digital platforms.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience.
• Support for professional examinations and development.
• High visibility across a growing education group and direct line to the Founder.
• Close, values‑driven team environment.