Account Officer – Real Estate at UnoCasa Limited

UnoCasa is a full service Human Resources Consultancy business with focus on Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and Consultancy services. Our raison d’etre is the notion that your people are your advantage and proffer people-centric solutions to ensure your team accomplish your business goals.

We are not your run of the mill HR Company, we believe in team diversity and teamwork; we believe that the workplace should have an ambience that inspires productivity of the team; and the application of technologies to enhance efficiency. We know that every business is unique and tailor HR solutions to your organisation’s needs.

Our clients are in various sectors not limited to engineering, education, health oil & gas, government, media, finance, retail, lifestyle, consultancy firms and services

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer – Real Estate

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm).
Department: Finance & Accounts
Location: HQ
Reports To: Head, Finance & Accounts
Supervises: None
Internal Relations: All Departments
External Relations: Banks, Auditors, Vendors, Clients, Statutory Agencies

Job Purpose

• The Account Officer is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the organisation by maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• The role provides critical support in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting to aid effective decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping & Reporting:

• Prepare, record, and reconcile financial transactions in line with accounting standards.
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenses, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support statutory filings (taxes, pensions, PAYE, VAT, WHT, etc.) and ensure compliance.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process invoices, purchase orders, and payment vouchers.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up for timely payments.
• Ensure prompt and accurate vendor and supplier payments.
• Manage petty cash and reimbursements in line with company policy.

Budgeting & Cash Flow Management:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor actual spend against budget and report variances.
• Track cash flow and ensure funds availability for operations.
• Liaise with banks to ensure smooth execution of financial transactions.

Audit & Compliance:

• Support both internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure all accounting records and reports meet audit and compliance standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data and company records.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• % of successful and timely reconciliations completed.
• Compliance level with tax and statutory obligations.
• Accuracy in payment processing and vendor satisfaction.
• Efficiency in budget monitoring and variance reporting.

Job Requirements
Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 - 4 years’ experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Experience with financial reporting, audits, and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.

Competencies
Functional & Technical:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.
• Good understanding of tax laws and statutory compliance.

Behavioural:

• Integrity and high ethical standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Application Closing Date
22nd October, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: Unocasarecruit@gmail.com using "Account Officer – Real Estate" as the subject of the mail.