Accountant
Bowclose Nig. Ltd
Localisation : Lagos, Nigeria
Type de contrat : Temps plein (8h à 17h)
Secteur : Retail, Fashion & FMCG
Expérience : Senior level, minimum 7 ans
Langue : Anglais
Salaire : NGN 400 000 - 600 000
Diplôme requis : Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Certification : ICAN (ACA) membership required; ATS/AAT with strong experience also considered
Expérience spécifique : Minimum 4–5 years' post-qualification experience in a similar accounting role, ideally in FMCG, distribution, or trading. Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online is strongly preferred; experience with Sage or Tally also relevant. Demonstrated experience preparing and filing VAT, PAYE, Pension, and WHT returns with LIRS/FIRS. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general accounting principles.
Missions :
Bookkeeping & Transaction Processing : Post all daily financial transactions into QuickBooks Online Advanced accurately and on the same working day they occur. Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure every transaction is correctly coded to the right account, customer, and class/location. Enter and track customer Estimates raised by the Sales team, ensuring Sales Manager approvals are obtained before conversion to Invoice. Raise sales invoices promptly on dispatch/delivery, working directly with the Warehouse Officer to confirm quantities delivered.
Accounts Payable & Receivable : Manage supplier and vendor accounts, ensuring invoices are verified, approved, and paid within agreed terms. Monitor customer accounts receivable, track outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments in coordination with Sales. Prepare monthly customer statements of account and resolve queries promptly. Maintain an accurate, up-to-date aged debtors and aged creditors listing at all times.
Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliation : Reconcile all company bank accounts on a monthly basis, or more frequently where required. Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany and debtor/creditor balances, each month. Investigate and clear reconciling items and unexplained variances within 5 working days of identification.
Tax & Statutory Compliance : Prepare and file all statutory returns accurately and on time, including VAT, PAYE, Pension, and Withholding Tax (WHT), with LIRS/FIRS as applicable. Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for every filing in a form ready for audit or inspection at any time. Track statutory due dates on a compliance calendar and flag upcoming deadlines to the manager, admin & accounts at least 5 working days in advance. Ensure zero late-filing penalties as a standing objective.
Reporting : Prepare monthly management accounts (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow summary) for review by the manager, admin & accounts, and the managing director. Prepare monthly bank reconciliation, aged debtors, and aged creditors reports as part of the standard reporting pack. Support the preparation of the monthly reconciliation report submitted to the managing director. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by the manager, admin & accounts, or managing director.
Payroll & Fixed Assets : Prepare monthly staff payroll accurately and submit for approval ahead of the pay date. Maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
Internal Controls & Compliance : Follow company accounting policies and internal control procedures at all times, including segregation of duties and approval limits. Cooperate fully with internal and external auditors and respond to audit queries within agreed timeframes. Safeguard confidential financial information and disclose it only as authorised. Ensure all customer orders and payments are processed through QuickBooks Online — no order is invoiced or dispatched outside the system, including orders received via
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