Experienced Accountant / Account Assistant at a Leading Hospitality Company - Smartrecruitmentnow

Smartrecruitmentnow - Our client, one of the leading hospitality companies in Kano (Nassarawa GRA, Kano) is urgently recruiting experienced and detail-oriented candidates to join its finance team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Experienced Accountant / Account Assistant

Location: Nassarawa GRA, Kano
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial books.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Record financial transactions using double-entry accounting principles.
• Prepare financial reports and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers and other stakeholders on financial matters.
• Support audits and maintain effective internal controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality, retail, or service industry.
• Strong understanding of double-entry accounting principles.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing bank reconciliations.
• Good knowledge of VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), PAYE, and other statutory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• ICAN/ACCA qualification or progress towards qualification is an added advantage.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to communicate in Yoruba and/or Igbo is an advantage, as many of our suppliers communicate in these languages.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: sarah@globalrecruitdesk.online using "Accountant – Kano"  as the subject of the email.

Note

• Interviews will commence from next week for immediate employment. Early applications are encouraged, as shortlisted candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.