Operations

Junior Accountant At Velvot

Velvot·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
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Job Overview

  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant with at least 3 years of experience to join our finance team. In this role, you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and assist in driving growth within a fast-paced IT environment.
  • The ideal candidate is an ICAN partly qualified professional who can confidently manage AR, AP, and GL processes while spearheading management account preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Management Accounts:

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis reports for leadership.
  • Lead end-of-month closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Accounts Receivable (AR) & Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, verifying vendor invoices and processing payments.
  • Oversee Accounts Receivable, managing client invoicing, collections, and aging schedules.

General Ledger (GL) Management:

  • Maintain the General Ledger, posting journal entries and correcting adjustments.
  • Perform regular bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reviews.

Process & Tech Optimization:

  • Adopt new accounting software and adapt to automated financial tech tools.
  • Maintain strict attention to detail to ensure compliance and eliminate data errors.

Requirements

Education & Professional Certifications:

  • Professional qualification: ICAN partly qualified (Skills or Professional level required).
  • Academic Degree: B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience & Skills:

  • Minimum 3 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in tech.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and advancedMicrosoftExcel.
  • Ability to learn quickly and thrive in a fast-growing IT industry.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and high integrity.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Velvot

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

September 22, 2026

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