About the Role

We are looking for an Accountant to support our finance and accounts function as we scale. This role handles the business's daily accounting operations, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoicing, and compliance support, and works closely with and reports to the Head of Accounts. It is a strong fit for someone attentive to detail who wants to grow within a structured finance team at a quickly growing legal technology company.

You Should Apply If

You have one to four years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar finance support role, or you are a fresh graduate with a strong academic accounting background and relevant internship experience
You hold a Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or Finance
You are comfortable with large volumes of detail-heavy transactional work
You have a solid grasp of double-entry bookkeeping, reconciliations, and standard accounting principles
You are proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and have working knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage 50
You are based in Lagos or its environs

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate books of accounts, including journal entries, ledgers, and daily bookkeeping
Process accounts payable, such as vendor invoices and payments, and accounts receivable, such as client invoicing and collections follow-up
Perform regular bank and ledger reconciliations
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
Support preparation of financial statements and management reports under the Head of Accounts' guidance
Assist with statutory compliance filings, including tax returns and other applicable filings, and maintain supporting documentation
Support internal and statutory audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries
Track and process employee expense reimbursements and payroll-related accounting entries
Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records for compliance and audit readiness
Assist with vendor and client account reconciliations
Flag discrepancies, errors, or process gaps to the Head of Accounts

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or Finance
Partly qualified or pursuing a professional certification such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, or Certified Management Accountant is an advantage but not mandatory
Working knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage 50, or similar enterprise resource planning tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
One to four years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar finance support role; fresh graduates with a strong academic accounting background may also be considered
Experience in a startup, software as a service, or technology company is an advantage but not required
Exposure to legal or professional services billing structures is an advantage, though not required

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