Account Officer II at Chateau-Royal Real Estate Limited

Chateau-Royal Real Estate Limited is one of the go-to Real Estate Company in Lagos; we are a well-established functional family-oriented real estate development firm married with traditional values of reliability and responsibility. Our employees are characterized by their shared passion for affordable luxury properties, as well as personal discipline and motivation. The satisfaction of our exclusive clientele is always at the forefront of our property consultants’ passionate work. Accountability to our customers, whom we always treat with high esteem to ensure we offer and deliver real estate brokerage services with consistent quality laced with innovation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer II 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Account Officer reports to the Head of Admin/Finance & 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:

• HND, 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.

Behavioral:

• 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.

Personal Qualities:

• Between age 30-45years Old Strictly.
• Proximity to living in Obalende, Lekki & Victoria Island Lagos, an advantage.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.