Accountant & HR Officer

Virtual Nation –  We started one brand, then another, and discovered that Virtual Nation worked best behind the scenes, letting each brand stay focused on what mattered without the noise of a shared name. Today our company spans three brands — a global migration platform, a university admissions companion, and a digital growth agency — serving customers across the globe.
We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant & HR Officer

Location: Remote
Description

• We are looking for a diligent, detail-driven Accountant & HR Officer to run our finances and people operations. You’ll own the numbers and the staff experience, from bookkeeping to payroll to compliance. Precision and integrity are non-negotiable here.
• You’ll run day-to-day accounting and HR functions for the company. This includes bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax filing, payroll, and staff compensation and benefits administration. You’ll be the person who keeps the business compliant, organised, and financially sound.
  Key Responsibilities
  Accounting & Finance:
• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping
• Manage company finances, including cash flow monitoring
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Handle invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Support budgeting and financial planning
  Tax & Compliance:
• Handle tax filing and statutory remittances
• Ensure compliance with relevant Nigerian and UK tax and regulatory requirements
• Maintain compliance calendars and monitor filing deadlines
• Liaise with regulatory authorities where required
  HR & Payroll:
• Run the HR department and its core functions
• Process staff salary, compensation, and benefits accurately and on time
• Maintain employee records and payroll documentation
  Support onboarding and general HR administration
  General:
• Recommend process improvements across accounting and HR functions
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and staff data at all times
  Performance Metrics & KPIs
• Accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing
• Timeliness of tax filing and statutory compliance (Nigeria and UK)
• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Efficiency in accounts receivable collection
• HR administration turnaround (onboarding, record-keeping, staff queries)
  What Success Looks Like
• At 90 days: Financial records are fully organised, payroll runs smoothly, and all statutory obligations (Nigeria and UK) are on track with no missed deadlines.
• At 1 year: The company runs on clean, reliable financial and HR systems. You’re trusted to manage both functions with minimal oversight, and process improvements you’ve introduced are visibly reducing errors and delays.
  Skills & Competencies Required
  Must-have:
• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in accounting
• 5+ years of experience in administration
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls
• Working knowledge of both Nigerian and UK tax/regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  Nice-to-have:
• HR knowledge and experience
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)
  Compensation & Benefits
• Opportunity to rise into a management role
• Bonus and results-driven performance bonus
• Remote work culture
• Flexible and friendly environment
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for training and personal development.
  Application Closing Date
  Not Specified.
  How to Apply
  Interested and qualified candidates should:
  Click here to apply online