Accountant (Restaurant & Retail Operations)

About this role

An experienced accountant is sought for The Borough Lagos to support financial activities in a fast-paced restaurant and retail setting. The role involves preparing financial reports, reconciling daily POS sales, managing payroll, and conducting internal audits, while partnering with operations on inventory, COGS, and profitability. The successful candidate will handle stock control, financial reporting, and ensure compliance with controls and regulations in a high-volume environment. The position targets professionals with background in restaurant or grocery/retail operations and strong Excel and accounting software skills.

What you would do

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
• Reconcile daily sales from POS systems across cash, card and transfer transactions.
• Monitor revenue from restaurant and retail operations and ensure records are accurate.
• Conduct internal audits on cash handling, inventory, and processes.
• Track and analyse inventory movement, COGS, wastage and variances.
• Support stock counts and inventory valuation and reporting.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll including statutory deductions.
• Manage supplier invoices, payments and account reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cost control initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations to identify financial leakages and cost-saving opportunities.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years accounting experience in restaurant, supermarket or retail environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, POS reconciliation and cost control systems.
• Experience handling high-volume, cash-driven business operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Professional Certification: ICAN (or in view) is a strong advantage.
• Other relevant accounting certifications are a plus.

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