Accounting Associate

Job title : Accounting Associate

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : October 11, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management accounts.
• Interpret financial data and provide insights, recommendations, and strategic guidance to support business decisions.
• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting business performance, profitability, and cash flow planning.
• Supervise daily accounting operations, including transaction postings, reconciliations, and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Oversee the preparation and review of invoices, purchase orders, and other finance-related documentation.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable processes to ensure timely collections, payments, and healthy cash flow.
• Monitor financial performance by evaluating historical and current financial data to assess the company’s financial position and identify risks or opportunities.
• Develop and improve automated reporting tools, dashboards, and internal financial processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, statutory requirements, and company financial policies.
• Support audit processes by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required supporting documentation.

Requirements and Qualifications

• B.Sc. degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ICAN must be completed
• 3-5 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, with progressive responsibility.
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling skills.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks is required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret financial information and present clear recommendations to management.
• Prior experience supervising or coordinating junior team members is an added advantage.