Job Description
Responsibility Summary
• The Finance & Operations Officer will provide day-to-day support to the finance team, ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, smooth operational processes, and compliance with internal controls.
• The role involves assisting with bookkeeping, reconciliations, payment processing, reporting, and supporting general administrative and operational activities of the finance department.
• This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with 1–3 years of post-NYSC experience who is eager to grow a career in finance and operations.
Duties / Responsibilities
Financial Operations:
• Assist in processing payments, vendor invoices, and staff reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate records of daily financial transactions.
• Support in preparing monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with payroll processing and statutory deductions PAYE, Pension, etc..
Reporting & Analysis:
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist in budget tracking and variance analysis.
• Provide timely updates to management on routine finance and operations matters.
Operational Support:
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial and operational records.
• Support procurement and vendor management processes.
• Assist in coordinating logistics for finance-related activities.
Compliance & Controls:
• Support in ensuring adherence to internal controls and financial policies.
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to basic audit queries.
• Help ensure timely compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 1 – 3 years relevant post-NYSC experience in finance, accounting, or operations.
• Professional certification in progress ICAN, ACCA, etc. is an added advantage.
• Experience in a finance team within a structured organization is desirable.
Skills & Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.