ACCOUNTANT @ ASCENTECH
We are seeking a highly skilled Accountant to join our team in Victoria Island, Lagos. This role is designed for a professional capable of managing day-to-day accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting within a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment. You will be responsible for ensuring that all financial records are accurate and fully compliant with the latest Nigerian tax regulations. The role involves overseeing retail operations accounting, including daily POS and cash reconciliation across multiple store locations, as well as managing supplier invoicing and inventory costing.
In addition to technical accounting tasks, you will play a critical role in internal controls and auditing to prevent fraud and financial leakage. You will collaborate closely with store operations and supply chain teams to resolve discrepancies in real-time. The salary for this position ranges from 300k to 400k per month. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to apply their expertise in a dynamic mass-retail setting similar to global brands.
In addition to technical accounting tasks, you will play a critical role in internal controls and auditing to prevent fraud and financial leakage. You will collaborate closely with store operations and supply chain teams to resolve discrepancies in real-time. The salary for this position ranges from 300k to 400k per month. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to apply their expertise in a dynamic mass-retail setting similar to global brands.
Key Requirements
B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
ACA/ACCA/CPA qualification in progress or completed is highly preferred.
4–7 years of professional accounting experience.
Minimum of 2 years experience specifically in retail, FMCG, or mass retail environments.
In-depth knowledge of Nigeria’s current tax laws, including VAT, WHT, CIT, and PAYE.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and modern ERP or accounting software.
Proven ability to handle high transaction volumes and meet tight month-end deadlines.
Familiarity with retail KPIs such as gross margin, shrinkage, and stock turn.
Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong stakeholder management skills to liaise with procurement and tax authorities.