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Responsibilities: Financial Management: Maintain complete and accurate financial records in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. Prepare and submit monthly financial reports within agreed timelines. Process journal entries and maintain the general ledger. Monitor the Company's cash flow and financial position. Produce periodic management reports to support strategic decision-making. Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage accounts receivable and ensure prompt collection of outstanding payments. Process supplier and vendor payments accurately and within approved timelines. Monitor customer accounts and follow up on overdue balances. Maintain accurate records of all receivables and payables. Bank and Cash Management: Perform weekly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly. Maintain an up-to-date cashbook and monitor daily cash movements. Ensure all company bank accounts are reconciled accurately and on time. Financial Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all statutory and regulatory obligations, including PAYE, VAT, Withholding Tax, Company Income Tax, Pension, NSITF, HMO, and other statutory deductions. Prepare statutory schedules and ensure timely remittance of taxes and other regulatory payments. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation. Ensure readiness for both internal and external audits. Budget and Cost Control: Monitor actual expenditure against approved budgets. Prepare monthly budget variance reports. Support management in controlling operational costs and improving financial efficiency. Internal Controls and Risk Management: Ensure all payments are properly reviewed and approved before disbursement. Identify, investigate, and report suspicious or irregular financial transactions. Recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls. Minimise financial risks and prevent avoidable financial losses. Payroll Administration: Prepare monthly payroll accurately and ensure salaries are paid within approved timelines. Calculate statutory deductions, commissions, bonuses, and KPI-related payments. Generate and distribute employee payslips. Maintain accurate payroll records. Financial Systems and Automation: Maintain accurate accounting records using approved accounting software. Ensure timely and accurate financial data entry. Support the implementation of automation initiatives to improve financial processes. Ensure regular backup and security of financial information. Communication and Collaboration: Provide financial support to management and other departments. Prepare financial information required for management meetings. Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Respond promptly to finance-related requests. Responsibilities: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Professional accounting qualification or progress towards one (ACA, ACCA, ICAN, ANAN, CIMA, or equivalent) is desirable. Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar accounting role. Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles. Knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations and statutory compliance. Excellent Microsoft Excel and accounting software skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): The Accountant will be assessed against the following performance measures: Maintain 100% accuracy in financial records. Submit monthly financial reports by the 5th working day of each month. Complete weekly bank reconciliations with zero unexplained variances. Process vendor payments within agreed timelines. Reduce overdue receivables in line with company targets. Ensure compliance with all statutory and tax obligations. Maintain complete and accurate financial documentation. Produce monthly budget variance reports. Process finance requests within 24–48 hours. Prevent avoidable financial losses through effective internal controls. Maintain accurate payroll and ensure salaries are paid on time. Ensure invoices, journals, and financial records are correctly maintained. Demonstrate proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards at all times. Core Competencies: Integrity and confidentiality. Accountability. Financial analysis. Time management. Organisation and planning. Continuous improvement mindset. Teamwork and collaboration. Professionalism. Customer service orientation. Initiative and sound judgement.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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