Finance Officer

Nicole Sinclair Consulting

Finance Officer (Lagos)

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day financial transactions, records and reporting. The role will ensure accurate bookkeeping, proper cash management, timely reconciliation and effective financial controls across the business.

Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage daily financial transactions, receipts, payments and expense records.

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers and supporting documentation.

• Monitor cash flow, collections, payments and outstanding receivables.

• Perform regular bank, cash and account reconciliations.

• Prepare periodic financial and management reports for the General Manager.

• Monitor income and expenses against approved budgets and identify variances.

• Process invoices, payments, petty cash and other financial documentation.

• Ensure proper documentation and approval of all company expenses.

• Support payroll preparation and statutory remittances where required.

• Monitor customer payments and follow up on outstanding balances.

• Maintain proper financial records for audit and tax purposes.

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and applicable accounting standards.

• Provide financial information and analysis to support management decision-making.

• QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• First Degree in Accounting, Economics, Banking & Finance or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience in a finance or accounting role.

• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN/ACCA will be an advantage.

• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience in a service, automotive, retail or similar business environment will be an advantage.

• KEY COMPETENCIES

• Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Bookkeeping & Reconciliation

• Cash Flow Management

• Budget Monitoring

• Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Attention to Detail

• Numerical & Analytical Skills

• Integrity & Confidentiality

• Microsoft Excel & Accounting Software

• Organisation and Time Management

• KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial records

• Timely preparation of financial reports

• Cash and bank reconciliation accuracy

• Effective receivables and collections management

• Compliance with financial controls

• Timely processing of payments and expenses

• Budget and expense monitoring