Accountant

At Zira People Advisory, we are committed to professionalism, integrity, and excellence in every engagement. Our approach is practical, insight-driven, and centered on delivering measurable impact for both employers and employees. We exist to help organizations make better people decisions because when people thrive, businesses thrive.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Accountant to manage the school's financial records, transactions and reporting requirements.
• The successful candidate will support sound financial management and ensure accurate and timely financial documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Record and reconcile daily financial transactions.
• Prepare payment vouchers, receipts and other financial documents.
• Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for management.
• Reconcile bank statements and school accounts.
• Monitor school fees and other receivables.
• Support budgeting and financial planning.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.
• Ensure financial transactions comply with approved procedures.
• Liaise with management and relevant stakeholders on financial matters.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional accounting qualification or membership is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' relevant accounting experience.
• Previous experience in a school or similar organisation is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Key Skills:

• Financial reporting
• Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel
• Record keeping
• Numerical accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Integrity
• Organisation

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2026.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to zirapeopleadvisory@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note

• Candidates residing within or close to the Fagba/Ogba axis are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodation is not provided, so proximity to the school is an important consideration.
• WhatsApp to 09030146045.
• Only qualified candidates will be contacted.