Account Officer at People2profit-NG

Our Client is a premier hospitality destination in Epe, Lagos State, offering comfortable accommodation, restaurant and bar services, swimming pool facilities, conference rooms, and event spaces for weddings, corporate gatherings, and social functions. As a growing hospitality brand redefining comfort in Epe, we maintain high standards of service delivery while expanding our operational footprint across Lagos State. We seek a detail-oriented Account Officer to strengthen our finance team and support accurate financial record-keeping in line with Nigerian hospitality industry standards.

We are recruiting a qualified Account Officer to manage day-to-day financial transactions, maintain accurate books of accounts, process payments, and support month-end closing activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Hotel Manager to ensure financial integrity across front-office revenue, restaurant/bar sales, event bookings, and vendor payments in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Location: Epe, Lagos (Don\'t apply if you do not stay close to this area and its environs)

Employment Type: Full-time  

Key Responsibilities  

Financial Record Keeping 

• Record daily transactions from all revenue centres (front desk, restaurant, bar, event hall) into the accounting system 
• Reconcile cash collections, bank deposits, and POS/transfer payments daily to ensure 100% accuracy  
• Maintain subsidiary ledgers for debtors (corporate clients), creditors (suppliers), and petty cash 
• Prepare and file VAT returns (5% on hotel services) and WHT schedules in compliance with FIRS requirements  
• Support payroll preparation, including staff allowances, overtime, and statutory deductions (Pension, NHF, ITF)  

Operational Accounting 

• Verify purchase requisitions and process supplier payments after management approval  
• Conduct weekly stock count verification for restaurant/bar inventory and report discrepancies  
• Prepare daily sales summaries and variance reports for management review  
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet) under supervision  
• Maintain an organised filing system for invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers for audit readiness 

Compliance & Reporting 

• Ensure all financial documentation complies with Nigerian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (NGAAP)  
• Support external auditors during annual statutory audits with timely document provision  
• Monitor compliance with internal control procedures to prevent revenue leakages  
• Flag unusual transactions or potential fraud indicators to management immediately  

Required Qualifications  

• Minimum: OND or HND in Accounting, Finance, Banking & Finance, or related field from a recognised institution  
• 3-5 years of accounting experience in hospitality, retail, or SME environment (fresh OND graduates with internship experience may be considered) 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or Hotel PMS like Opera/Fidelio) 
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles 
• Numerical accuracy with zero tolerance for calculation errors 
• Integrity and confidentiality when handling cash and financial data  
• Ability to work under pressure during month-end closing and audit periods 
• Basic knowledge of Nigerian tax laws (VAT Act, Personal Income Tax Act)  
• Good communication skills to liaise with department heads on billing issues  
• Willingness to work occasional weekends during peak event periods  

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range:  ₦150,000  monthly (based on experience and certification level)  + Other benefits

Other Benefits Package: 13th-month bonus (December), Staff meals during shifts, Annual leave (15 working days after probation), Pension contribution (RSA) as required by law, Professional development support for ICAN/ANAN progression, etc.