Senior Accountant at Springpet Homes Limited

Springpet Homes Limited is a fast-growing real estate development and construction brand committed to redefining modern living in Lagos. The organization delivers high-value residential and commercial properties, supported by a fully integrated construction subsidiary that ensures quality, speed, and structural excellence across all projects. With a culture built on innovation, trust, and operational discipline, the company focuses on providing clients with secure investments, well-planned developments, and exceptional customer experience. Its teams work collaboratively to drive seamless project execution, uphold compliance standards, and consistently raise the bar in the real estate and construction space.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of accounting information and the timely production of financial reports.
• This position is responsible for managing complex accounting tasks, leading the month-end close process, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience, a strong understanding of GAAP, and a proven ability to improve processes.

Key Responsibilities
Month-End and Financial Reporting:

• Lead the preparation and execution of the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses for key balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

General Ledger & Technical Accounting:

• Maintain and oversee the general ledger system.
• Research and apply technical accounting standards to complex transactions as needed.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight:

• Supervise and review the work of the AP/AR team or processes.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of vendor payments and customer invoicing.

Fixed Assets & Inventory:

• Manage the fixed asset ledger, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Assist with periodic inventory counts and reconciliation.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls:

• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements to streamline accounting procedures and enhance internal controls.
• Document accounting policies and procedures.

Audit & Compliance:

• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, preparing requested schedules and supporting the audit process.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements.

Mentorship:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 4-7 years of relevant accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• CPA certification or active progress towards the license is highly preferred.
• Strong, in-depth knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, Sumifs).
• Experience with a major ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Online) is strongly preferred.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detailand a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skillswith the ability to research and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational skillswith the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivatedwith a continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and explain financial concepts to non-financial personnel.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

What We Offer

• Salary: N150,000 - N200,000 monthly.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Health insurance.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.