Junior Accountant

Location: Egbeda, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the finance function of our yoghurt production factory in Egbeda, assisting with bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions and maintain accurate books of accounts
• Assist in preparing invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers
• Reconcile bank statements and petty cash accounts
• Support in tracking raw material costs, inventory, and production expenses
• Assist with payroll processing and staff expense reimbursements
• Prepare periodic financial reports and summaries for management
• Assist with statutory remittances (PAYE, pension, VAT) and tax filings
• Maintain proper filing of financial documents and support audit processes

Requirements / Qualifications

• OND / HND / B.Sc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1-2 years' relevant accounting experience (manufacturing/FMCG a plus)
• Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage, Excel)
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic bookkeeping and financial reporting principles
• Honest, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Egbeda or its environs

Salary
N150,000 - N250,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2026.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@lightreadconsulting.com using "Junior Accountant" as the subject of the email.