Role Overview
About the employer
Confidential financial services employer
Our client operates in Nigeria’s finance & accounting market and serves clients who expect professionalism, responsiveness, and sound judgment. The organization name is shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the process.
The company invests in people who want to build durable careers, not just fill a seat. Leaders emphasize ethical conduct, clear communication, and measurable outcomes. Teams are expected to collaborate across functions, challenge ideas respectfully, and document decisions so the business can scale without losing quality.
This opportunity is centered on Lagos with a hybrid working arrangement. You should plan for in-person collaboration when client delivery, team workshops, or leadership meetings require it, and use modern workplace tools to stay aligned between those touchpoints.
About the role
We are especially interested in young, bright, and energetic people who learn fast, show up with positive energy, and want to build a serious career in a supportive team. A financial services team is hiring an Accounts Assistant to support AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end prep.
These openings are aimed at entry-level and mid-level talent, typically with roughly zero to four years of experience. If you are young, bright, energetic, and hungry to learn, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a early-career Accounts Assistant who brings curiosity, follow-through, and positive energy to the team. The overview below is detailed so you can judge fit before you apply: how the role contributes to the business, what you will own, and how success is measured.
In your first 12 months, strong performance typically means accurate processing of invoices and payments on schedule; clean reconciliations with documented exceptions; and earning more ownership of recurring transaction cycles. You will work with managers who value direct updates, early escalation of risks, and practical solutions.
Day to day, you should expect a mix of strategic planning, hands-on execution, and stakeholder management. The environment rewards people who write things down, follow through on commitments, and treat colleagues, clients, and vendors with respect.
You will collaborate with colleagues across levels, from specialists who execute the work to executives who set direction. Clear communication, well-run meetings, and shared documentation help everyone move faster. You should be comfortable receiving feedback, giving it constructively, and adjusting course when the facts change.
We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the required qualifications rather than waiting for a perfect match on every line. Use the responsibility and qualification lists on this page to map your experience; bring examples that show impact, not just tenure.
StrataHR is managing this search on behalf of our client. Shortlisted candidates move through structured interviews, reference conversations where appropriate, and transparent feedback. We support you through offer negotiation and onboarding so you can start with clarity on expectations, reporting lines, and success measures.
Role at a glance
- Employer
- Confidential financial services employer
- Work style
- Hybrid
- Category
- Finance & accounting
- Compensation
- ₦250,000 - ₦320,000 / month gross
Preferred qualifications
Candidates who also bring the following strengths are especially welcome to apply:
- NYSC completed or exempt (where applicable)
- Active membership of a relevant campus or early-career network
- Side projects, internships, or volunteer work that shows initiative
Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices and employee expense claims
- Support customer billing and collections follow-up
- Prepare bank and ledger reconciliations for review
- Maintain filing for audit trails and tax support
- Assist with month-end checklists and schedules
- Update fixed asset and petty cash records
- Respond to internal queries with friendly, clear answers
- Learn ERP workflows and suggest small improvements
- Coordinate with external auditors on document requests
- Show attention to detail and eagerness to grow into accounting
- Contribute to cross-functional projects that support the wider Accounts Assistant agenda and company priorities.
- Prepare regular updates for leadership on progress, risks, dependencies, and decisions needed.
Required qualifications
- 0–2 years in finance admin, accounts clerk role, or NYSC in finance
- Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Strong Excel skills; accuracy under deadline pressure
- ICAN/ACCA foundation level a plus but not required
- Hybrid availability in Lagos
Benefits
- Monthly gross pay from about ₦250K up to ₦500K on select roles (see listing for this role)
- Health cover and pension per client policy (details at offer stage)
- Paid annual leave and public holidays
- Learning budget, mentorship, or internal training for early-career growth
- Team culture that values fresh ideas from young professionals
- Clear interview stages with consultant support from StrataHR
- Flexible work arrangement within agreed core hours and onsite expectations