Internal Accountant

Lagos Full-time Undisclosed
Job Description
Job Title: Internal Accountant

Location: Lagos

Salary: ₦450,000 – ₦500,000 (Monthly)

Role Overview

Our client, a Tier 2 accounting and advisory firm serving Africa’s high-growth startups and SMEs across fintech, energy, logistics, manufacturing, and software is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Internal Accountant to manage the firm’s internal financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support leadership with accurate financial reporting and analysis.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, high integrity, and the ability to strengthen internal controls in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
• Manage general ledger, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processing.
• Monitor cash flow and support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory filings.
• Strengthen internal controls and support risk management processes.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• ACA/ACCA (qualified or in view).
• 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦450,000.00 - ₦500,000.00 per month
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Job Snapshot
  • Posted: Feb 24, 2026
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Lagos
  • Source: External