About the Role
Fort Knox Group is one of the most diversified security and financial outfits in West Africa, with fixed-base operations in Nigeria servicing security contracts throughout the sub-region from our headquarters in Abuja. With a hard-earned reputation for excellence built over decades of experience in corporate security, intelligence, and finance, we are currently seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Officer to join our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and accounts in compliance with industry standards.
- Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports, cash flow statements, and financial summaries.
- Monitor income, expenditure, cash flow, and overall budget performance to ensure optimal resource utilization.
- Process invoices, payments, receipts, and employee expense claims accurately and efficiently.
- Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and other financial documents regularly.
- Assist management with budget preparation, financial forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
- Ensure the timely payment of statutory deductions and other regulatory financial obligations.
- Support payroll processing and the preparation of relevant financial schedules.
- Ensure strict compliance with applicable Nigerian tax regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
- Maintain proper documentation of all financial transactions to facilitate seamless internal and external audits.
- Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend effective corrective actions.
- Liaise professionally with banks, auditors, vendors, and other key stakeholders.
- Bachelor Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in finance or accounting roles.
- Professional accounting qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and modern accounting software applications.
- Solid working knowledge of financial reporting, bank reconciliation, budgeting, and Nigerian tax compliance.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and organizational time-management ability.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within a reputable group.
- Health insurance and other corporate welfare benefits.
- A collaborative, stable, and professional work environment in the heart of Abuja.