A reputable Microfinance Bank is seeking interested and qualified candidates for the position of a Senior Account Officer, if you are interested in this job opening you can continue on this page for more information on the recruitment requirement and for the official online portal to begin application.
Applications are invited for the position below:
Job Title: Senior Account Officer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Direct reporting to Assistant Head of Accounts
Job Summary
- The Senior Account Officer will support the Assistant Head of Accounts in managing the organization’s financial operations, reporting, compliance, and ensuring the effective execution of accounting procedures.
- Maintaining internal controls, handling tax-related activities, and supportingstrategic financial planning.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Ensure accuracy of daily posting of all transactions into the Accounting System with minimum error rate.
- Responsible for the preparation of the monthly ECL Provision on Loans & Advances, Placements and Staff Loan impairment testing.
- Responsible for management of the Fixed Assets Register and preparation of the monthly Fixed Asset schedule including additions and disposal.
- Responsible for management of the Bank’s ROU assets, and Lease liabilities including preparation of relevant accounting schedules.
- Responsible for maintaining and reconciling monthly Loan and Deposits schedule with the GL balance.
- Responsible for preparation of the GL proofs and schedules of all Account Receivables and Payables.
- Responsible for processing the general staff monthly payroll and benefits (Journal Entries and Posting into the system).
- Ensure strict compliance with the Bank’s Accounting Policy, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), CBN Microfinance Regulatory Frameworks, Relevant Tax Laws, Circulars, and Guidelines.
- Responsible for preparation and submission of the Monthly CBN Report to the Regulator.
- Responsible for prompt remittance of all statutory deductions (PAYE, Pension, NHF, WHT, EMTL etc).
- Responsible for preparation and proper filing of all statutory deductions schedule monthly (PAYE, Pension, NSITF, NHF, WHT, EMTL etc).
- Responsible for filing of Annual Tax Returns to relevant State Internal Revenue Service.
- Responsible for filing of Annual Tax Return to the Federal Internal Revenue Service.
- Responsible for coordination and management of the Annual Tax Audit Exercise by the Federal and State Tax Authorities with the Bank’s Tax Consultant.
- Processing of the Annual Tax Clearance Certificate for the Bank and the staff.
Qualifications
- The ideal person must possess a minimum qualification of a good first degree
- He must possess a relevant professional certification of ACA, ACCA.
- He must possess a minimum of five (5) years of post-qualification experience in Finance and Accounts Functions of a National Microfinance Bank or a Commercial Bank.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to promptly identify and address project risks and issues.
Required Skills:
- Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project objectives.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address issues proactively.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all project deliverables.
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, able to resolve disputes and drive consensus among stakeholders.
Technical Competence:
- He must be trained and proficient in the use of all basic and several advanced Microsoft Office applications, Banking and Accounting software including:
- Microsoft Advance Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Globus Temenos T24 Banking Application
- Sage Pastel and Sage X3 Accounting Package
- Financial analysis and modeling tools
- Indepth knowledge of IFRS and FRCN Rules
Status:
- Local contract with Baobab Microfinance Bank, Nigeria.
Application Closing Date
23rd July, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
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