Financial Accountant

Job Description

Stretch-It Concepts Limited – Our client is a Pan-African systems solutions company specializing in a wide array of IT services including communications and integration services, infrastructure services, managed and support services, cloud services, and software solutions. Our mission is to empower businesses with technology that drives growth, scalability, and operational efficiency.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Location: Lekki Phase , Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Information Technology & Systems Solutions

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our finance team and ensure accuracy, compliance, and insight-driven financial management across the business.

Role Overview

• The Financial Accountant will be responsible for managing all financial reporting activities, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards (including IFRS), supporting audits, and providing timely and accurate insights to guide decision-making.
• This individual will play a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency and financial integrity across our diverse portfolio of projects and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports within agreed timelines (monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Perform month-end closing activities including account reconciliation, revenue and expense accounting.
• Monitor and report on accounting inconsistencies, recommending corrective actions.
• Consolidate subsidiary financial statements and ensure alignment with group standards.
• Manage and reconcile the fixed asset register and general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant regulations.
• Coordinate internal audit activities and provide all necessary documentation for statutory audits.
• Ensure prompt billing and revenue recognition for projects and support contracts.
• Reconcile work-in-progress, cost of sales, inventory GLs, and ensure zero error tolerance.
• Approve WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and manage budget releases.
• Monitor recurring costs, accruals, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Reconcile project-related sub-ledger reports to the balance sheet (work-in-progress, accruals, deferred revenue).
• Support preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Liaise with the Projects Department to ensure proper stock and equipment management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of month-end processes within 5 working days.
• 100% accuracy of master data.
• 99% compliance with system controls and fixed asset register accuracy.
• Zero tolerance for error in WIP and cost of sales reconciliation.
• Timely booking of project milestone revenues.
• Resolution of audit findings within 3 working days of notification.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
• Professional Certification:
  • ICAN or ACCA (required).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience in accounting, preferably within a technology, consulting, or multinational environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and SAP (or other ERP/accounting software).
  • Strong understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliation, and IFRS standards.
• Soft Skills:
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong analytical ability to identify trends and anomalies in data.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Application Closing Date
6th October, 2025

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@stretchitconcepts.com using “Application – Financial Accountant.” as the subject of the mail.