About the Role
Coronation Group is a leading African financial services provider dedicated to building enduring legacies and sustainable wealth creation across the continent. We are currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Team Lead, Reconciliation to join our growing finance team in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring financial integrity, mitigating operational risks, and driving excellence within our reconciliation processes. If you are a seasoned financial professional with a passion for accuracy and leadership, we invite you to be part of our transformative journey.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the reconciliation unit to ensure timely and accurate matching of accounts.
- Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of reconciliation officers, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies, outstanding items, and exceptions in a timely and systematic manner.
- Establish, implement, and review robust internal controls and standard operating procedures for all reconciliation activities.
- Collaborate closely with internal audit, compliance, and other financial departments to support seamless audit processes.
- Prepare comprehensive reconciliation reports and analytics for senior management to aid in strategic financial decision-making.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline; a relevant professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in financial reconciliation, audit, or banking operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Advanced proficiency in financial software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Excel.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with high attention to detail.
- Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of managing teams and driving operational efficiency.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentive structures.
- Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement.
- A collaborative, dynamic, and inclusive work environment that values innovation.