ACCOUNTANT AT STUDYHABIT SCHOOL | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Welcome to Studyhabit School, Lagos. Top ranking college, Primary and Nursery School in Nigeria. We are a government approved academic institution operating across multiple campuses in the Ago-Okota/Isolo area. Offering classes from Playgroup through Year 12, it blends Nigerian and British (Cambridge) curricula with Montessori foundations.

Job Description:

We are seeking a diligent and skilled Accountant to oversee the financial health of our operations in Okota, Lagos. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with tax and statutory regulations, and providing the financial insights necessary for informed decision-making. We are looking for a professional who is not only technically proficient in accounting standards but also takes pride in accuracy, integrity, and proactive financial management. If you are an experienced accountant ready to take ownership of our financial processes, we invite you to join our team.

Requirements:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow forecasts.

• Bookkeeping & Documentation: Maintain rigorous, day-to-day records of all financial transactions, ensuring that all ledgers are up-to-date and fully reconciled.

• Tax & Compliance: Manage all tax filings (VAT, PAYE, CIT) and ensure the company remains compliant with all local regulatory and statutory requirements.

• Budgeting & Analysis: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monitor expenditure against forecasts, identifying opportunities for cost optimization.

• Audit Support: Act as the primary contact for internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is organized and readily available.

• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Monitor the aging of accounts, manage vendor payments, and ensure timely collection of receivables to maintain healthy cash flow.

• Financial Integrity: Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: Proven experience in a full-charge accounting role, with a strong understanding of Nigerian tax laws and accounting principles.

• Professional Qualification: Possession of or progress toward professional certifications (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) is highly preferred.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: hr@studyhabitschool.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.
Or 
Send hard copies of their CV & handwritten Cover Letter to
119-129, Alhaji Lateef Aregbe Street,
Ago-Okota,
Lagos State.
OR
16-20, Owolabi Street,
Ago Palace,
Ago-Okota,
Lagos State.

Note

• Shortlisted applicants will be taken through our recruitment process which will commence first week of July.
• Successful candidates will be expected to resume with us on the 1st of September 2026.