Finance Officer

Finance Officer
Level: Entry Level

Job Overview

We are seeking an energetic, responsible, value-oriented, self-effacing and productive intern to join our company. In this position, the applicant will be expected to learn the ins-and-outs of our daily routines and procedures. The applicant is expected to carry out his/her duties diligently in other to bring about achievable goals for the growth of the company.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accounts receivable records, ensuring records are comprehensive and all payments are correctly applied.
• Establish and review key operational risk indicators/key control standards and formulate action plans to minimize Company’s exposure to fraud and losses.
• Manage Company’s finance operational risk exposure by supporting the Business to identify areas of operational risk exposure and by developing and implementing corrective action.
• Responsible for re-engineering business processes to improve customer service, cost effectiveness and controls.
• Ensure compliance with Regulatory requirements relating to Company’s Finance Operations.
• Ensure that effective documentation is in place, in the form of user guides and implement operational improvements to reduce operational costs, tighten controls to improve service quality and customer service.
• Responsible for Account Services, Clearings, Payments, Cash Management and Reconciliation
• Good knowledge of Management Accounting, financial planning, monitoring and performance management
• Manage all accounting operations including Cost Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
• Support the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Prepare regulatory reports and monthly proof of accounts.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end, year-end close process, and audits (internal and audits).
• Ensure quality control of postings, financial transactions, documentation, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Provide additional administrative or other support as requested.

Minimum Required Qualification

• A good first degree from a reputable university preferably in Banking and Finance, Accounting or another related field.
• Minimum of 2 years post education experience

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent flexibility and time management skills
• Good knowledge of Management Accounting, financial planning, monitoring and performance management