The posting
Accountant
Industry: Manufacturing Sector (Furniture)
Location: Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time (On-site)
Reports To: Managing Director
Experience Level: 2–4 years
Salary Range: ₦120,000 – ₦150,000 monthly
Gender Preference: Female (preferred)
Resumption: Immediate
About the Role
We are a fast-growing furniture manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to support our finance and accounting operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial activities, monitoring production and material costs, supporting compliance, and providing accurate financial information to management. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a structured, hands-on manufacturing environment and is ready to resume immediately.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Bookkeeping
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense tracking, and general ledger entries.
- Ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions in line with company policies and accounting standards.
Reconciliation & Record Management
- Perform monthly bank, vendor, and account reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and well-organized financial records (digital and physical).
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist in preparing monthly management accounts, financial statements, and variance analysis.
- Provide timely financial reports to support management decision-making.
Cost & Inventory Accounting
- Track and monitor production costs, raw materials, inventory usage, and job costing specific to furniture manufacturing.
- Support inventory valuation and stock reconciliation exercises.
Compliance & Statutory Reporting
- Support statutory compliance including VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other regulatory filings.
- Assist with documentation for annual audits and tax filings.
Audit & Controls
- Support internal and external audit processes by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required documentation.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related discipline.
- Minimum of 2–4 years relevant accounting experience (manufacturing experience is an added advantage).
- Completion of NYSC with accounting/finance-related duties is required.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, general ledger management, and basic financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, spreadsheets).
- Working knowledge or willingness to learn accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
Professional Competencies
- Good understanding of Nigerian tax regulations and statutory compliance.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Actively pursuing or willing to pursue a professional accounting certification (ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary within the stated range.
- Supportive and structured work environment.
- Hands-on exposure to manufacturing and cost accounting.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- Paid leave and statutory benefits in line with Nigerian labour laws.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates who are available for immediate resumption should send their CV to: [email protected]
Subject line: Accountant – Ikeja (Manufacturing)



