Accountant (Statutory & Compliance Focus) at HRLeverage Africa

Posted on Mon 18th May, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

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.