Accountant at Assist to Hire Limited

Salary: 200,000 net, HMO, Pension 

Our client is a well-established, modern wellness and physiotherapy centre in Lekki, Lagos, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, client-centred care. With a growing multidisciplinary team and an expanding service offering spanning physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation, massage therapy, and holistic wellness programs, the organisation is at an exciting stage of its development.

They are now seeking a skilled and values-aligned Accountant to join their operations team and help build a financially sound foundation for continued growth.

What you will do:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Oversee billing cycles, process client invoices, and coordinate insurance claims and reimbursements
• Administer payroll for clinical and administrative staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Monitor cash flow and support budgeting and financial forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with tax obligations, healthcare sector regulations, and relevant financial standards
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies as needed
• Maintain organised, audit-ready financial records and documentation
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and flag financial risks to management

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional certification: ACA, ACCA or equivalent (completed or in progress)
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, ideally in a healthcare, clinic, or service-based environment
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for financial analysis
• Familiarity with VAT/tax filing, payroll processing, and financial compliance

Preferred soft skills

• Close attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
• Calm, professional demeanour suited to a health-conscious, people-first culture
• Strong communication skills to translate financial data for non-finance colleagues
• Proactive and self-organised; you manage deadlines without being chased
• Discretion and integrity when handling sensitive financial and patient-adjacent data

Benefits & perks

• Health & wellness coverage
• Work alongside a passionate team making a measurable difference in people's health