Finance Officer
Taelahra Advisory · Lagos, Lagos
Required skills
About the role
Taelahra Advisory is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Officer to manage daily financial operations, ensure compliance, and strengthen internal controls for an environmental consulting client. The role involves bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, expense management, financial reporting, and supporting audits.
Responsibilities • Manage daily financial transactions, bookkeeping, payment processing, and financial documentation. • Reconcile bank statements, cash accounts, vendor accounts, and other financial records. • Review and reconcile staff expenses, claims, retirements, and supporting receipts. • Establish 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. • Process invoices, supplier payments, staff reimbursements, and other financial obligations promptly. • Maintain records for statutory deductions, tax filings, and regulatory compliance. • Support audit preparation and ensure financial documents are accurate and accessible. • Identify process gaps and implement improvements to strengthen accountability and efficiency. • Collaborate with departments to ensure proper budget utilisation and compliance with spending limits. • Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of financial information.
Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. • 3–6 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations. • Practical knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Excel, or equivalent tools. • Experience in bank reconciliation, expense management, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and payment processing. • Understanding of internal financial controls, documentation standards, Nigerian tax obligations, and statutory compliance. • Ability to establish organised financial processes and improve existing systems. • Strong analytical, numerical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. • High attention to detail, integrity, and accountability. • Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
Salary ₦200,000 – ₦300,000 per month
How to Apply 📧 Apply via: taelahradvisory@gmail.com Use Finance Officer as the subject of your email.