Accountant

Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Maintain accurate accounting records and ledgers.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor company's cash flow and liquidity positions.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Track company expenses and operational costs.
• Prepare profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and management reports.

Reconciliation & Payments:

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, crypto wallets, payment processors, and client deposits and withdrawals
• Investigate discrepancies and prepare reconciliation reports.
• Verify and approve payment records before processing.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Assist management with budgeting and financial planning.
• Prepare revenue forecasts and expense projections.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Maintain proper financial documentation and audit trails.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Assist with tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Recommend and implement financial controls to minimize operational risk.

Payroll & Vendor Management:

• Process staff payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Manage vendor payments and invoices.
• Maintain records of employee compensation and benefits.

Management Reporting:

• Provide weekly financial summaries to management.
• Prepare executive reports highlighting revenue, expenses, cash position, outstanding liabilities, and financial risks
• Support strategic decision-making with financial analysis

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field
  
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, etc.) is an added advantage
  
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
  
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and financial reporting
  
• Experience using accounting software such as Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or Excel
  
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
  
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
  
• Experience in fintech, forex, crypto, or financial services is an added advantage

Location: Lagos