Finance Officer

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation of all transactions, including payments, receipts, and journal entries.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and actively monitor cash flow to ensure financial stability and liquidity.
• Support the preparation of annual and project budgets while tracking performance against approved budgets.
• Prepare periodic financial reports and provide insights to support cost control and decision-making.
• Ensure full compliance with internal financial policies and relevant statutory regulations.
• Manage payroll processing and ensure accurate and timely statutory deductions and remittances.
• Monitor project and donor-funded expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and reporting requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, address audit queries, and identify financial risks with recommended mitigation actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage
• 3–5 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role
• Experience in an NGO, social enterprise, or structured corporate environment is preferred
• Strong knowlegde of Financial Controls and Compliance regulations
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software