JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Finance Officer

Industry: Financial Services / Corporate Services

Reports To: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Work Structure: Full-Time | Onsite

Remuneration: Competitive

Client Overview

Our client is a leading environmental services and waste management organization operating within the environmental sustainability and infrastructure sector. The company specializes in delivering integrated waste management, sanitation, recycling, environmental engineering, and public health solutions that support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable communities.
Leveraging innovative technologies and industry best practices, the organization partners with government agencies, corporate institutions, and communities to provide efficient waste collection, resource recovery, environmental sanitation, and infrastructure maintenance services. With a strong commitment to sustainability, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship, the company continues to play a significant role in advancing sustainable development and improving public health across its areas of operation.

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Officer to support daily financial operations, reporting, and reconciliation activities. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, supporting budget monitoring, and ensuring compliance with internal financial controls.
This role is ideal for an early-career finance professional looking to build a strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and business finance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Assist in the preparation of invoices, payment schedules, and expense documentation.
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly financial reconciliations.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing periodic financial reports and management accounts.
• Support budget tracking and variance analysis.
• Compile financial data for reporting and decision-making purposes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.

Accounts Management

• Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable activities.
• Follow up on outstanding payments and reconcile customer accounts.
• Assist with vendor payments and account reconciliations.
• Support cash management and banking activities.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit exercises.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues appropriately.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant finance, accounting, or bookkeeping experience.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ATS, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Skills 

• Financial Reporting
• Account Reconciliation
• Data Analysis
• Bookkeeping & Record Keeping
• Attention to Detail
• Numerical & Analytical Skills
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Integrity & Confidentiality

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of financial records and reconciliations.
• Timeliness of report preparation and submission.
• Compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Effective management of financial documentation.
• Accuracy in transaction processing and account maintenance.
• Support provided during audit and compliance reviews.

Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop a career in finance. They possess strong numerical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in a structured and deadline-driven environment.