Head Accountant at Matrix Homes and Properties Limited

Matrix Homes and Properties Limited is a reputable Real Estate Company based in Lagos, Nigeria. As a real estate developer and investment company, Matrix Homes offers services such as property development, sales, and investment. We focus on making home acquisition affordable to all Nigerians while maintaining high standards of quality and integrity.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head Accountant

Location: Egbeda, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Oversee the Company's financial operations by ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective budgeting, cash flow management, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and statutory regulations.
• Manage project and property accounting, including monitoring development costs, construction expenditures, property sales, rental income, and profitability to support sound financial decision-making.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, accounting policies, and financial systems to safeguard Company assets, mitigate financial risks, and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements, tax filings, statutory remittances, and audit requirements while maintaining compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards for financial documentation and process control.
• Provide strategic financial leadership by supervising the accounting team, advising Management on financial performance and investment decisions, and supporting the achievement of the Company's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS, statutory requirements, and Company policies.
• Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closing processes.
• Monitor budgets, project costs, cash flow, and profitability, providing timely financial reports and variance analyses.
• Manage tax compliance, statutory filings, and internal/external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory and ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial risk management systems.
• Support procurement and project teams with financial evaluations, payment schedules, and cost control.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor the accounting team while driving continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.

Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACA/ICAN certification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 4 - 7 years experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax laws, and ISO 9001:2015 documentation requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or ERP systems) and MS Excel.

Application Closing Date
17th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted.