Junior Accountant at Maurice Xandra Solutions

Location: Ebute-Metta, Lagos

Our client is a Restaurant located in Lagos, Nigeria, and is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage and oversee its financial operations.

Job Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-paced, multi-branch restaurant business. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience handling restaurant accounts, tracking daily sales, managing expenses, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across branches.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily financial transactions across multiple restaurant outlets
• Record and reconcile daily sales, expenses, and inventory-related transactions
• Handle accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments and customer invoices
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and performance reports
• Reconcile bank accounts, POS reports, and credit card transactions
• Monitor cash flow, petty cash, and branch-level financial activities
• Ensure accurate ledger maintenance and timely posting of journal entries
• Assist with tax filings, statutory deductions, and regulatory compliance
• Support internal and external audits and year-end financial processes
• Collaborate with operations and branch managers to resolve discrepancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in a Quick Service Restaurant or hospitality business with multiple branches
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Practical experience using accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple outlets simultaneously
• Knowledge of hospitality or restaurant accounting practices is a strong advantage
• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information