About the Role
Taela HR Advisory is partnering with a leading environmental consulting firm to recruit a competent, detail-oriented, and proactive Finance Officer. In this role, you will manage day-to-day financial operations, strengthen internal financial controls, and establish effective accounting processes within the Finance Department. We are looking for a hands-on professional who is committed to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and working with minimal supervision to support our client's sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities- Manage daily financial transactions, bookkeeping, payment processing, and proper documentation of financial records.
- Reconcile bank statements, cash accounts, vendor accounts, and other financial records regularly.
- Review, verify, and reconcile staff expenses, expense claims, retirements, and supporting receipts to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Establish and maintain clear financial procedures, reporting templates, documentation systems, and internal controls.
- Monitor budgets, cash flow, expenditure, and project-related costs.
- Prepare periodic financial reports, management accounts, and expense summaries to support decision-making.
- Ensure timely processing of invoices, supplier payments, staff reimbursements, and other financial obligations.
- Maintain accurate records for statutory deductions, tax filings, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support audit preparation by ensuring financial documents are complete, accurate, and readily accessible.
- Identify gaps in existing financial processes and implement practical improvements to strengthen accountability and efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure proper budget utilisation and compliance with approved spending limits.
- Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of financial information.
- A Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations.
- Practical knowledge of accounting software and financial management tools, such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrable experience in bank reconciliation, expense management, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and payment processing.
- Good understanding of internal financial controls, documentation standards, tax obligations, and applicable statutory compliance requirements in Nigeria.
- Strong analytical, numerical, organisational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and integrity.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development in a reputable environmental sector.
- A collaborative and impactful work environment that values integrity and innovation.