Junior Accountant

Lopterra Services Limited – Our client, is a leading freight forwarder based in Lagos Nigeria, specializing in comprehensive logistics solutions that encompasses air, sea, and land transportation. With a strong network of global partners and a dedicated team of industry experts. They provide seamless and efficient services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their client across international freight forwarding (Air, Sea & Land), customs brokerage and clearing, bonded and free zone warehousing, NVOCC representation, courier and express delivery, importer of record (IOR) services, project cargo and heavy-duty transport.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Job

• They are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support the finance operations.
• The role involves day-to-day accounting activities, financial record keeping, and support for statutory and management reporting.
• The ideal candidate should have prior accounting experience, good knowledge of Nigerian accounting practices, and reside within or close to the Apapa axis to ensure operational efficiency.
  Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate accounting records, including posting transactions into the general ledger.
• Prepare and review payment vouchers, invoices, and receipts.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including vendor and customer reconciliations.
• Assist in tracking logistics-related costs such as freight charges, fuel expenses and clearing costs.
• Support monthly management accounts preparation and variance analysis.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial records.
• Assist with statutory compliance, including VAT, WHT, and other tax filings.
• Support audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to audit queries.
• Liaise with operations and admin teams to ensure accurate cost capture and expense control.
• Carry out other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned
  Qualifications
• B.Sc./ HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft suits (Words, Excel, PowerPoint).
  Salary
  N100,000 – N150,000 per month.
  Application Closing Date
  31st July, 2026.
  How to Apply
  Interested and qualified candiidates should:
  Click here to apply online