Junior Accountant

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Location: Ebute-Metta, Lagos Our client is a Restaurant located in Lagos, Nigeria, and is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage and oversee its financial operations. Position Overview: The Accountant will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-paced, multi-branch restaurant business. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience handling restaurant accounts, tracking daily sales, managing expenses, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across branches. Key Responsibilities: - Manage daily financial transactions across multiple restaurant outlets - Record and reconcile daily sales, expenses, and inventory-related transactions - Handle accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments and customer invoices - Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and performance reports - Reconcile bank accounts, POS reports, and credit card transactions - Monitor cash flow, petty cash, and branch-level financial activities - Ensure accurate ledger maintenance and timely posting of journal entries - Assist with tax filings, statutory deductions, and regulatory compliance - Support internal and external audits and year-end financial processes - Collaborate with operations and branch managers to resolve discrepancies. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - Minimum of 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in a Quick Service Restaurant or hospitality business with multiple branches - Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting - Practical experience using accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel - Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills - Ability to work independently and manage multiple outlets simultaneously - Knowledge of hospitality or restaurant accounting practices is a strong advantage - Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information