Payroll / Accounts Officer at Hoganguards Limited

Hoganguards Limited has garnered experience spanning over two decades since its inception in 1981 by dealing with only reputable and well-organized companies and providing security surveillance for major oil companies, diplomatic missions, banks, and various industrial and residential concerns.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Payroll / Accounts Officer

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• Process payroll accurately and ensure timely salary payments.
• Maintain proper books of accounts, financial records, invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and deployment expense records.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, financial reports, and account summaries for management review.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including client billing, contract payments, and vendor reconciliations.
• Monitor company expenses and financial transactions.
• Prepare and file statutory deductions and tax returns including VAT, PAYE, pension, and WHT.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support audit processes and liaise with banks, auditors, clients, and regulatory agencies when required.
• Maintain proper documentation and secure filing of accounting records.
• Track attendance records, salary schedules, and field staff payment documentation.

Requirements

• HND / B.Sc. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll and accounting functions, preferably in a security or service-based company.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, taxation, payroll processing, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and record management.
• Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple payroll schedules effectively.

Added Advantage:

• Professional accounting certification or training.
• Experience with payroll management systems and large workforce administration.
• Previous experience in the security industry or workforce management environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@thehoganorganization.com using the job title as subject of email.