Accountant (Statutory & Compliance Focus) at HRLeverage Africa

HR Leverage Africa is a leading Human Resources consulting firm dedicated to providing innovative and practical solutions to businesses across Africa. With a strong presence in several African countries and head quarters located in Lagos, Nigeria, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to optimize their human capital and drive business growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant (Statutory & Compliance Focus)

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are recruiting for an experienced Accountant to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records
• Process payroll and ensure timely salary administration
• Handle statutory remittances (PAYE, pension, VAT, WHT, NSITF, NHF)
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Manage tax filings, including annual tax returns and compliance reporting
• Reconcile bank statements, ledgers, and vendor accounts
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and budgeting Use accounting software for financial processing and reporting:Zoho Books, QuickBooks
• Support audit processes and ensure regulatory compliance

Key Requirements

• Degree/HND in Accounting or related field
• Strong experience in payroll and statutory compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel
• Ability to prepare management accounts and financial reports
• Experience with tax filing and remittances
• Must be available for immediate resumption
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Immediate Resumption.

Preferred Experience:

• Hospitality (Hotels)
• Supermarkets / retail chains
• Pharmacy stores
• Consulting firms.

Salary 
N400,000 - N600,000 gross per month. (Negotiable based on experience)

Application Closing Date
15th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: hr.hrleverageafrica@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only candidates who meet up with the requirements will be contacted.