About the Role
Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company harnessing technology to offer unsecured mobile lending and inclusive financial products across Africa. We are looking for a dedicated Finance and Administrative Officer to join our team in Nigeria to drive financial health, optimize internal processes, and ensure strict compliance with local regulations.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure accurate and timely HQ reporting using Excel and financial tools.
- Manage office compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws, including VAT advisory for outgoing invoices.
- Monitor cash flow, track expenses, and reconcile bank statements regularly.
- Assist HQ with payroll processing, tax computations, and pension deductions.
- Process tax payments and filings while maintaining proper documentation and receipts.
- Monitor branch performance, report on financial trends, and implement real-time KPI reporting tools.
- Support annual statutory, tax, and data protection audits.
- Coordinate general administrative tasks and provide logistics support to the team.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, or a related field; an MBA or professional certification is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in finance, administration, HR, or logistics.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Smartsheet, and financial software such as Oracle or Peachtree.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to manage stress and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding fintech company.
- A collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work culture.