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- Closing date
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- Where
- Nigeria, Nigeria
- How to apply
- Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
- Similar roles
- 445 other open Accounting & Finance roles on the Nigeria board right now.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Transaction Processing & Bookkeeping
Record and reconcile all income and expenditure transactions on a daily basis, maintaining an accurate general ledger.
Process vendor and supplier invoices, verify their accuracy against purchase orders or agreements, and manage the payment schedule.
Reconcile bank statements against internal records monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
Maintain petty cash records and ensure all cash transactions are properly documented and approved.
Support the production of monthly management accounts by ensuring all entries are accurate and complete by the agreed closing date.
Payroll & Statutory Remittances
Prepare the monthly payroll schedule, including gross salary, PAYE deductions under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 and employee pension contributions.
Process and remit employer statutory contributions on time, including pension, NSITF, ITF and applicable group insurance premiums.
File monthly and annual PAYE returns with the relevant tax authority and maintain accurate employee tax records.
Manage HMO enrolment administration and coordinate with the HMO provider on coverage updates and queries.
Process the annual 13th-month payment and ensure it is correctly recorded and disbursed.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Maintain an up-to-date accounts payable schedule, ensuring all vendor payments are made on time and properly approved.
Track platform revenue, registration and verification fees, and other income streams, ensuring all receipts are recorded promptly and reconciled.
Prepare and issue invoices where required and follow up on outstanding receivables in coordination with the Business Development function.
Maintain organised digital records of all financial documents, including invoices, receipts, contracts and bank correspondence.
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure financial operations comply with applicable Nigerian statutory requirements, including tax filings, pension remittances and audit obligations.
Prepare financial schedules and supporting documents for the annual audit and liaise with external auditors as directed.
Maintain a complete and well-organised filing system for all statutory filings and correspondence with regulators and financial institutions.
Support the CEO with ad hoc financial analysis, budget tracking and reporting as required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
1–3 years of experience in an accounting, finance or bookkeeping role, preferably within a small business, startup or financial services environment in Nigeria.
Working knowledge of Nigerian tax obligations, PAYE computation under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, pension regulations and statutory remittance processes.
Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or Wave, and a strong command of Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy in financial records.
Organised, reliable and self-directed, with the ability to take ownership of responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.
Strong written communication skills for correspondence with vendors, partners and statutory bodies.
A degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline. Progress towards or completion of ICAN, ACCA or an equivalent professional certification is an advantage.
Based in Lagos or Abuja.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a brief note explaining why they are a good fit for the role to: hello@nkaise.com
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