Senior Accountant at Apple and Pears Limited

Apple & Pears Limited was incorporated in the year 2012 as an Agro Allied & Food Industry to produce soya meal, concentrate and finished feed for the poultry industry, and refined edible oil, mayonnaise, ketchup, salad cream, vinegar,custard powder and Chocolate Drink for the Nigerian market.

The company has invested millions of dollars in land, building, construction of infrastructural facilities and machinery, with one goal in mind and that is to have an integrated facility encompassing the complete value chain of the soya bean business, from sourcing, processing, extraction, refining, packaging and distribution of a wide range of premium products. In response to environmental concerns, we have installed solar panels to partially power the plant onsolar energyalso we have a state of the art effluent treatment plant to treat and reuse the water discharged during the various production processes. We have created strong brands such as Laziz Oil, Winner Soya Oil, Active Oil, La Mayo Mayonnaise, Laziz Ketchup, Laziz Salad Cream, Laziz Thousand Island, Laziz Vinegar, Laziz Custard, Laziz Chocolate Drink, A1 Soya Bean Meal, A1 Soya Lecithin, HI Pro Concentrate and HI Pro Feed.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Line: Reports directly to the Director

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and highly competent Senior Accountant to oversee and manage all financial and accounting operations of our construction company.
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 10 years’ hands-on accounting experience, strong knowledge of construction accounting, and the ability to provide accurate financial reporting and strategic financial support to management.
• This role requires professionalism, integrity, and the capacity to work closely with the Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning for construction projects
• Monitor project costs, job costing, and profitability analysis
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including tax filings (VAT, WHT, PAYE, CIT) and regulatory standards
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Implement and maintain effective internal control systems and financial procedures
• Supervise junior accounting staff and review their work for accuracy
• Provide financial advice and insights to the Director to support business decisions
• Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts and resolution of discrepancies
• Maintain proper documentation and accounting records in line with best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in accounting, preferably within the construction industry
• ICAN Chartered Accountant (ACA) – mandatory
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and financial regulations
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Experience reporting directly to senior management or company directors is an added advantage.

Salary
N500,000 - N700,000 per month. 

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.