Junior Accountant

1 day ago

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria DesignThink Advisory Full-time

Our client is a trusted provider of alternative clean energy solutions, serving both household and commercials client across Sub-Saharan Africa. They specialise in delivering end-to-end solar solutions through scalable and cost-effective platforms, positioning them as a leading provider of solar home systems and energy services in the region.

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a Junior Accountant to support the Finance Lead with the day-to-day accounting operations of the business. This is a hands-on role suited to someone early in their finance career who wants to build strong foundational experience, reconciliations, transaction processing, and reporting support , inside a fast-growing, mission-driven solar energy business. The systems and processes are already in place; this role is about executing them accurately, consistently, and with close attention to detail, under the guidance of the Finance Lead.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Financial Operations

  • Process journals, accruals, and reconciliations as part of the month-end close, to the standard set by the Finance Lead

  • Support daily reconciliation of PAYG transactions against ANGAZA and bank records

  • Assist in maintaining the dual-currency (NGN/USD) accounting records

  • Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring invoices and payments are up to date with no backlogs

  • Follow all payment approval processes and internal controls without exception

  • Maintain accurate, well-organised financial records and supporting documentation

Reporting Support

  • Assist in preparing daily and weekly system-generated financial reports for the Finance Lead's review

  • Support preparation of monthly management accounts

  • Ensure financial data feeding into management dashboards is accurate and current

Compliance and Controls

  • Support FIRS filings (VAT, WHT, CIT) under the Finance Lead's guidance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

  • Maintain audit-ready documentation and support the external audit process

  • Assist with PFA pension remittances and other statutory deductions

  • Follow internal financial controls and escalate any discrepancies promptly

General

  • Support the Finance Lead with ad hoc financial tasks and analysis as needed

  • Take on increasing responsibility as skills and experience grow

Education, Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

  • ICAN/ACCA part-qualified, or actively studying towards qualification, preferred

  • 1-3 years of relevant finance/accounting experience

  • Hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close support

  • Working knowledge of FIRS compliance requirements (VAT, WHT, CIT)

  • Proficient in Excel; familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills

  • Based in, or willing to work from, Abuja

Strongly Preferred

  • Exposure to dual-currency (NGN/USD) accounting

  • Experience or interest in PAYG solar, off-grid energy, or energy access

  • Familiarity with ANGAZA or similar PAYG platforms

  • Experience in a lean SME or startup environment

  • Strong desire to grow into a more senior finance role over time