Finance Officer at a Reputable Company

Lagos

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Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

  • The Finance Officer supports the effective management of the organization’s finances by ensuring proper use of funds, maintaining sound financial systems, and ensuring compliance.
  • Working with the Finance Lead, the role enhances budgeting, reporting, and analysis to safeguard financial integrity and advance the organization’s mission on women’s advocacy, gender equity, and political inclusion.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting:

  • Prepare, analyse, and present accurate and timely financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain proper accounting records, ledgers, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Monitor the organization’s financial transactions to ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory regulations.
  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

  • Collaborate with the Finance Lead on annual and project-based budgeting and financial planning.
  • Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis with recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Contribute to financial modelling and projections to support strategic decision-making.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

  • Ensure compliance with tax laws, including the preparation and remittance of statutory payments.
  • Support internal and external audit processes, including preparation of required documentation and implementation of audit recommendations.
  • Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

  • Process payment requests, requisitions, and invoices in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Monitor staff advances, ensure timely retirements, and reconcile accounts.
  • Ensure proper documentation and filing of all financial transactions for audit readiness.

Operational Support:

  • Provide technical support to programme teams on financial processes and compliance requirements.
  • Assist with financial reviews for proposals to support resource mobilization efforts.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years and maximum of 8 years progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably within an NGO, civic-tech, or social impact organization.
  • ACA certification (required).
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and digital tools (Excel, Google Workspace).
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation ability.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling financial information.

Work Conditions:

  • Hybrid role (combination of remote and in-office work).

Salary
N350,000 – N400,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.