About the Role
Rupetta Academy is a leading modern and efficient online learning platform designed specifically for the African region to remove barriers to a successful educational experience. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive In-House Accountant to own day-to-day finance, payroll, and tax compliance operations while reporting directly to the management team. In this pivotal role, you will consistently provide an accurate and timely financial picture of the Academy every month, empowering leadership to make data-driven decisions. You will ensure all financial books remain impeccably up to date and that every statutory deadline is met without exception.
Key Responsibilities- Manage daily bookkeeping, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations.
- Handle student fee structures, billing processes, and accounts receivable tracking.
- Process accounts payable, monthly payroll, and ensure timely statutory remittances.
- Ensure full tax and corporate compliance with relevant Nigerian regulatory bodies.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, assist with budgeting, and enforce internal controls.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Proven professional experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
- Strong proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, high ethical standards, and strong analytical capabilities.
- Active progress toward or completion of professional accounting certifications such as ICAN or ACCA.
- Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive company benefits in line with Rupetta Academy policy.
- Exclusive ICAN examination sponsorship following successful completion of the probation period.
- The unique opportunity to build and shape the finance function of an ambitious educational institution from the ground up.