JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT AT CIRCA NON PARIEL | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

We are a fine dining luxury restaurant, centered in the heart of Lagos.

Job Description:

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Graduate Accountant | [Company Name]

Job Summary [Company Name] is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Graduate Accountant to join our finance team. This role is designed for a high-potential professional early in their career who is eager to master the complexities of corporate accounting. You will provide essential support across the entire accounting cycle—from daily data entry and reconciliations to the preparation of year-end financial statements. If you have a strong grasp of accounting principles, a "clean" approach to data, and the ambition to grow within a structured finance environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Ledger & Transactional Support

• Journal Management: Assist with the preparation and recording of accurate journal entries to ensure the general ledger reflects real-time financial health.

• Ledger Maintenance: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, proactively identifying and investigating any variances.

• AP/AR Support: Support the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and collections.

2. Financial Reporting & Reconciliation

• Reporting Cycle: Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with company timelines.

• Bank Reconciliations: Assist with daily and monthly bank and account reconciliations to ensure 100% accuracy in cash reporting.

• Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with recognized accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal company policies.

3. Audit & Documentation

• Audit Readiness: Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries with clarity and speed.

• Records Management: Perform high-accuracy data entry and maintain a meticulous digital and physical filing system for all financial records.

Requirements:

• Attention to Detail: A "sharp eye" for catching errors in large datasets.

• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to solve problems and understand the "why" behind the numbers.

• Communication: Clear verbal and written skills for collaborating with the team and supporting audit queries.

• Professionalism: Ability to handle sensitive financial data with the utmost confidentiality and integrity.

Qualifications and Skills:

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

• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in an accounting or finance-related role (Internship experience is highly valued).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) is essential. Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or SAP) is a plus.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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