Accountant Lagos

Refine Concepts - Our client, an agricultural commodities sourcing, processing and trading company, is recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lagos JobSummary

We are seeking an Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, support financial reporting, ensure statutory compliance, and assist management with financial analysis and decision-making. The candidate should have knowledge of accounting principles, attention to detail, and experience in a manufacturing, Commodities trading, logistics, or FMCG environment.

Maintain books of accounts and accounting records. Handle day-to-day transactions, including receipts, payments, journals, and ledger postings. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Maintain the General Ledger and ensure proper classification of transactions. Monitor accounts payable and receivable and follow up on time. Prepare bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies. Monitor cash and bank transactions and assist with cash-flow management. Maintain documentation and filing of financial records.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Assist in preparing Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statements, and other management reports. Prepare monthly financial schedules and management information. Analyse expenses, revenues, and variances. Support month-end and year-end closing. Ensure reports are accurate and submitted on time.

Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts. Monitor actual expenditure against approved budgets. Identify variances and explain them to management. Support cost-control initiatives.

Assist in preparing and filing statutory and tax returns. Ensure records comply with Nigerian accounting and tax requirements. Coordinate with auditors and tax consultants when required. Maintain documentation for tax, audit, and regulatory purposes.

Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide required information. Ensure compliance with company financial policies and internal controls. Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective measures. Assist in implementing procedures to reduce financial errors and losses.

Maintain accounting records for inventory and stock movements. Reconcile physical inventory with accounting records. Monitor inventory valuation and investigate discrepancies. Work with Procurement, Stores, Production, Logistics, and Operations for accurate financial recording.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field. ICAN / ACCA / CIMA qualification or part-qualification is an advantage. 5 - 8 years of accounting/finance experience. Manufacturing, FMCG, commodities trading, agriculture, or logistics experience preferred. Experience in General Ledger, reconciliations, financial reporting, payables, receivables, and month-end closing. Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. Understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory requirements. Attention to detail and accuracy. MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and financial analysis. Experience with ERP/accounting software. Able to work independently and meet deadlines. Integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics. Able to work with Finance, Procurement, Stores, Production, Logistics, and other departments.

9th October, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the job title as the subject of the email.