Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate Experience 3 years Location Lagos Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit Reports To: CFO

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Officer to support our day-to-day financial operations by ensuring the accurate processing, recording, and reconciliation of financial transactions. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records, support statutory compliance and financial reporting, and contribute to the integrity of the organization's financial information through effective documentation, internal controls, and adherence to established accounting policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Payment Processing

• Prepare and raise daily payment requisitions for management approval in line with company policies and procedures. Liaise with internal departments to obtain the necessary supporting documents for payment processing.

• Accounting Transactions

• Record and post supplier invoices and other financial transactions into the Sage accounting system on a daily basis. Prepare and post journal entries for adjustments, accruals, corrections, and other accounting purposes. Ensure daily accounting transactions are accurately recorded to keep financial records complete and up to date

• Financial Reconciliation

• Prepare, review, and maintain monthly bank reconciliation statements. Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly to ensure the accuracy of financial records.

• Statutory Compliance & Financial Reporting

• Prepare PAYE and Pension schedules for all business units and upload them through the Pay Pen platform within required timelines. Support month-end and year-end closing activities by ensuring timely posting of transactions and reconciliation of relevant accounts. Ensure compliance with company policies, applicable accounting standards, and statutory financial requirements.

• Financial Records Management

• Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized accounting records, invoices, payment requisitions, and supporting financial documents. Ensure financial records are readily available to support internal audits, external audits, and regulatory reviews.

• Internal Controls & Finance Support

• Assist in implementing and maintaining effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information. Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned by management.

• Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Account