IFS is an International Facilities Management company operating global standards to a wide range of clients in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and the Middle East.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Financial Accountant
Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting, general ledger activities, payroll, and compliance functions across our operations.
- The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and adherence to statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow)
- Ensure timely month-end closing (by 5th working day)
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger
- Perform bank and intercompany reconciliations
- Post monthly adjustments
Financial Accounting Operations:
- Ensure accurate daily postings of transactions (payments, receipts, invoices, petty cash)
- Maintain accurate records of payables and receivables
- Prepare weekly and monthly financial schedules and reports
- Manage fixed asset register and reporting
- Oversee inventory records and conduct monthly stock counts
- Maintain proper documentation and filing of all financial records
Compliance & Statutory Obligations:
- Ensure timely filing and payment of statutory deductions (VAT, WHT, PAYE, ITF, NSITF)
- Maintain proper documentation for audit and regulatory purposes
- Ensures proper coordination of statutory and regulatory audits
Payroll Management:
- Ensures accurate monthly payroll process (on or before the 25th)
- Monitor staff attendance records for payroll accuracy
- Ensure timely salary payments and distribution of payslips
Procurement & Accounts Payable:
- Maintain vendor database and pricing records
- Support procurement processes and supplier management
- Monitor stock levels and re-order thresholds
- Ensure proper documentation of all purchase transactions
Requirements
- Ideal candidates should demonstrate a sound understanding of accounting and finance principles Must have excellent EXCEL skills and be able to communicate and negotiate with various stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with 1st Class or minimum 2-1 or relevant discipline.
- ACA or equivalent qualification
- At least 7 years post qualification experience
- Must be proficient in EXCEL, and Accounting software
- Ability to lead Tax audit and engage with tax officials
- Experience in commercial finance is advantageous.
- Excellent industry knowledge and a willingness to keep up with trends.
- Superb written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Deadline-driven and committed to excellence.
Key Competencies:
- Strong organizational and reporting skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
- Strong stakeholders management (both internal and external)
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Application Closing Date
28th April, 2026.
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