Accountant (IMTO)
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Our client, a CBN-licensed International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO), is hiring an Accountant to manage cross-border remittance settlements, FX gain/loss computations, Nostro/Vostro reconciliations, and regulatory reporting to the CBN and other bodies. The role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience in a licensed Nigerian financial institution and an ACA or ACCA qualification.
- CBN-licensed IMTO environment with FX and remittance accounting focus
- ACA or ACCA qualification mandatory or strongly preferred
- 3–5 years progressive accounting experience in licensed Nigerian financial institution required
- Apply by sending CV to apply@globallinkersltd.com with role as subject
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, domestic, internshipThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
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Original source description
Our Client, a CBN-licensed International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) looking for an Accountant to manage cross-border remittance settlements, foreign exchange (FX) gain/loss computations, Nostro/Vostro reconciliations, and strict regulatory reporting mandated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and other regulatory bodies. What You Will Be Doing Manage FX sales executed via the CBN window or Authorised Dealer Banks under CBN liquidity framework directives. Compute and file all applicable Nigerian statutory taxes, including Withholding Tax (WHT), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Company Income Tax (CIT) with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Maintain the fixed asset register, prepayments, operating expenses, and general ledger accounts. Ensure strict adherence to the CBN minimum share capital requirements: and license maintenance standards for IMTOs. Manage monthly state payroll tax deductions (PAYE), pension remittances, and statutory levies (e.g., NSITF, ITF) with relevant State Internal Revenue Services (e.g., LIRS). Monitor and reconcile Nostro/Vostro accounts, settlement bank accounts, and merchant wallets across multiple currencies (USD, GBP, EUR, NGN). Reconcile partner operator fees, bank charges, and intermediary transfer fees. Account for FX transactions based on prevailing Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) benchmark rates. Prepare comprehensive audit schedules and serve as the primary finance contact for internal and external auditors during annual audits or CBN regulatory examinations. Monitor liquidity levels across bank settlement accounts to ensure availability of Naira funds for local beneficiary payouts. Prepare and submit mandatory daily, weekly, and monthly regulatory returns to the CBN Trade and Exchange Department detailing remittance volumes, sources of foreign exchange, and payout metrics. Perform daily end-of-day reconciliations of foreign currency inflows received via global remittance partners against Naira payouts executed through domestic Authorised Dealer Banks (ADBs) and clearing networks. Identify, track, and resolve settlement breaks, uncredited transactions, failed payouts, and transaction reversals. Collaborate with the Compliance Unit to log and report high-value or suspicious financial transactions in line with CBN AML/CFT/CPF guidelines and NFIU requirements. Execute journal entries for daily FX gains/losses, position revaluations, and realized margins across inbound foreign currency flows. Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet substantiations, and income statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local standards. What We Are Looking For Familiarity with the Nigerian financial services and CBN operating environment is desirable. Ability to evaluate FX yield spreads, corridor profitability, and liquidity buffers. Sound understanding of Nigerian tax laws (Finance Acts, FIRS rules) and CBN Trade & Exchange circulars. In-depth knowledge of CBN foreign exchange guidelines, cross-border payment rails (SWIFT, ACH, NIBSS Instant Payment - NIP), and ADB clearing mechanisms. Numerical Precision - Keen eye for detail to track fraction-of-a-cent and Kobo-level variances across high-volume transactions High ethical standards when handling foreign currency and regulatory disclosures. High emotional intelligence — you manage upwards, sideways, and downwards with equal skill ACA (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria - ICAN) or ACCA qualification is mandatory or strongly preferred Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with 3 – 5 years of progressive accounting experience: within a licensed IMTO, Payment Service Bank (PSB), Commercial Bank, Switching/Processing Fintech, or FX Brokerage in Nigeria How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their cv to: apply@globallinkersltd.com using Accountant (IMTO) as the subject of the email. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State Accountant job vacancies in Nigeria