Accountant at The HR Hub Nigeria

Role Overview

• We are seeking an Accountant to maintain the financial health of our organization by tracking, analyzing, and reporting financial data.
• The ideal candidate will manage daily financial transactions, reconcile accounts, and ensure strict compliance with accounting regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income reports.
• Ledger Management: Record daily financial transactions and manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and ledger accounts regularly to find discrepancies.
• Tax Compliance: Prepare and file local, state, and federal tax returns while ensuring adherence to statutory regulations.
• Payroll Support: Collaborate with HR to process payroll, track employee expenses, and manage tax withholdings.
• Audit Preparation: Maintain neat, audit-ready financial files and assist internal or external auditors during company reviews.
• Budget Tracking: Analyze actual financial data against company budgets to identify variances and cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ACA) are highly preferred.
• 2 –4 years of proven experience as an Accountant, Corporate Bookkeeper, or in a similar financial role.
• Deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• High proficiency with accounting tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage) and advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Meticulous accuracy in numerical data entry, calculation verification, and financial analysis.
• Strong mathematical abilities to interpret complex financial data and predict cash flow trends.
• Highest level of honesty and professional ethics when handling confidential corporate finances.