Accountant at Delight and Great Cleaning Service

Delight and Great Cleaning Service is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To: Head of Operations / CEO
Work Schedule: Monday – Saturday (may include public holidays)

Role Objectives

• We are seeking a high-performing Accountant with strong commercial and financial control experience in FMCG wholesale and retail operations.

Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:

• Reconcile complex financial streams across multiple locations
• Manage stock valuation and stock-taking processes with precision
• Harmonize bank facilities and credit structures
• Ensure full compliance with Nigerian tax laws

Responsibilities
Financial & Accounting:

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with Nigerian GAAP and IFRS
• Perform timely bank reconciliations across multiple accounts (POS, loans, operational accounts)
• Manage accounts receivable and payable with strict aging control
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules

Stock Control (Wholesale & Retail):

• Lead monthly and quarterly stock-taking exercises
• Reconcile physical stock with ERP/accounting systems
• Investigate stock variances, shrinkage, and fraud indicators

Tax & Compliance:

• Manage VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), Companies Income Tax (CIT), and statutory deductions
• Ensure full compliance with current and emerging Nigerian tax laws
• Liaise with tax consultants and regulatory authorities during audits and filings

Bank Facilities & Cash Strategy:

• Monitor and manage overdrafts, POS settlements, and trade credit facilities
• Forecast funding needs and minimize borrowing costs
• Support treasury operations for efficient cash utilization

Reporting & Business Insights

• Deliver weekly dashboards and monthly financial reports
• Provide insights on pricing, margins, promotions, and profitability
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Inventory teams for financial alignment

Systems & Internal Controls:

• Maintain integrity of accounting systems and audit trails
• Implement strong financial controls and approval workflows
• Train staff on financial discipline and compliance
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as required

KPI

• Stock Discrepancies – Zero Tolerance
• Tax Compliance – 100% Compliance
• Receivables & Payables – 100% Compliance
• Cashflow Discipline – Zero Incidents
• Bank Cost Optimization – 95% Satisfaction
• Stock-taking Discipline – 90% Compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA, CPA) preferred
• 3–5 years experience in FMCG, retail, or e-commerce accounting
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and stock-taking
• Deep understanding of Nigerian tax laws and compliance
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience (QuickBooks, Odoo, SAP, etc.)
• Ability to manage complex financial systems and bank reconciliations

Added Advantage:

• Experience with multi-location operations
• Treasury or bank negotiation experience
• Experience working with external auditors

Skills and Attributes:

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills across teams
• Zero tolerance for errors or inefficiency

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced FMCG and e-commerce setting
• Collaborative structure across departments
• Performance-driven culture with growth opportunities.

Application Closing Date
20th May, 2026.