Finance & Accounting Officer

Finance & Accounting Officer

Our client, a growing solar equipment wholesaler and technical training centre in Lagos, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Finance & Accounting Officer to manage its financial and accounting operations. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, supporting cashflow management, preparing financial reports, ensuring statutory compliance, and providing financial support across the organisation’s wholesale and training operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and general ledger
• Process sales invoices, purchase invoices, expenses, and payments
• Manage accounts receivable and payable
• Reconcile bank statements and cash accounts
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning
• Monitor operating costs and flag variances
• Monitor cash inflows and outflows to ensure liquidity
• Prepare and file statutory returns, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.
• Support financial administration of training programmes
• Track training revenues, costs, and profitability
• Support procurement processes and expense approvals

Requirements

• Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in accounting or finance roles
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian accounting standards and tax regulations
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based annual bonus
• Opportunity to support and grow with a new renewable energy business
• Career development and professional growth opportunities
• Support for relevant professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or ANAN
• Supportive management and collaborative working environment

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@mauricexandra.com using the position as subject of email.