Finance Technician
Lagos, Lagos
Posted more than 30 days ago
- Company:
- H. Pierson Associate Limited
- Company Description:
- Located on Lagos Island, our company, is a boutique consulting firm with over 40 seasoned professionals with varied experiences in both the private and public sectors. The firm plays a leading role in providing management consulting services targeted at clients in key sectors of the economy (Power, Oil & Gas, Financial Services and Manufacturing, etc), in Nigeria and the rest of Africa.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 3 to 4 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
The Finance Technician will be assigned the following primary responsibilities, among others:
● Keep accurate records of all daily transactions
● Process invoices
● Record accounts payable and accounts receivable
● Update internal systems with financial data
● Assist in Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
● Reconcile bank statements
● Participate in financial audits
● Track bank deposits and payments
● Assist with budget preparation
● Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
● Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
● Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes
REQUIREMENTS
● BA/BSC/HND in Finance, Accounting, or Economics with a 2:1 or first class from a top-tier university
● Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a similar role
● Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
● Experience using Accounting software (ERP preferably)
● Advanced MS Excel skills
● Knowledge of financial regulations
● Excellent analytical and numerical skills
● Sharp time management skills
● Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data
● Professional qualification as a CFA/CPA is considered a plus
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Discretion and confidentiality