About the Role
Kaplo Africa is Africa's most innovative Human Resource and Business Support Solutions provider, delivering cutting-edge business advisory and human capital solutions across diverse sectors. We are currently seeking a dynamic and analytical Finance & Operations Officer to join our growing team in Lekki, Lagos. In this dynamic hybrid role, you will be responsible for bridging financial management and daily business operations, ensuring our processes remain compliant, efficient, and profitable.
Key Responsibilities- Manage day-to-day financial transactions, bookkeeping, and accurate accounting records.
- Prepare periodic financial reports, schedules, and management accounts.
- Perform comprehensive bank, cash, receivables, and payables reconciliations.
- Monitor cash flow, support budgeting, and oversee operational expense monitoring.
- Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and schedules.
- Implement and monitor internal financial controls to identify operational risks and discrepancies.
- Ensure full statutory and regulatory compliance across all business activities.
- Coordinate administrative and operational processes to guarantee smooth daily workflows.
- Liaise professionally with banks, vendors, auditors, and external stakeholders.
- Provide management with insightful financial analysis and business performance reports.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- 3 to 6 years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, audit, or financial operations.
- ICAN qualification or currently in view is strictly mandatory.
- Demonstrated practical audit experience and a strong grasp of financial controls.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and high numerical aptitude.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Must reside in or be willing to commute to Lek, Lagos, for this fully onsite role.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a leading business support firm.
- Collaborative and innovative work culture.