Lopterra Services Limited - Our client, is a leading freight forwarder based in Lagos Nigeria, specializing in comprehensive logistics solutions that encompasses air, sea, and land transportation. With a strong network of global partners and a dedicated team of industry experts. They provide seamless and efficient services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their client across international freight forwarding (Air, Sea & Land), customs brokerage and clearing, bonded and free zone warehousing, NVOCC representation, courier and express delivery, importer of record (IOR) services, project cargo and heavy-duty transport.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Junior Accountant
Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Job
- They are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support the finance operations.
- The role involves day-to-day accounting activities, financial record keeping, and support for statutory and management reporting.
- The ideal candidate should have prior accounting experience, good knowledge of Nigerian accounting practices, and reside within or close to the Apapa axis to ensure operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate accounting records, including posting transactions into the general ledger.
- Prepare and review payment vouchers, invoices, and receipts.
- Perform bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly.
- Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including vendor and customer reconciliations.
- Assist in tracking logistics-related costs such as freight charges, fuel expenses and clearing costs.
- Support monthly management accounts preparation and variance analysis.
- Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial records.
- Assist with statutory compliance, including VAT, WHT, and other tax filings.
- Support audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to audit queries.
- Liaise with operations and admin teams to ensure accurate cost capture and expense control.
- Carry out other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- B.Sc./ HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 3–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft suits (Words, Excel, PowerPoint).
Salary
N100,000 - N150,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
31st July, 2026.
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