• Application Deadline: Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Finance & Accounts Assistant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 1 - 3 years



• Location Lagos




• City Ikeja




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Summary

• Finance & Accounts Assistant will be responsible for providing essential support in day-to-day financial operations.


• Key responsibilities include invoice reconciliation, payment processing, petty cash management, and the maintenance of accurate financial records.


• The role involves working collaboratively with the finance team to ensure timely data entry, assist with compliance and statutory reporting, manage student account records, and contribute to monthly financial reviews.


• This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a solid foundation in accounting principles, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to efficiently handle multiple administrative and financial tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with invoice reconciliation and follow-up on vendor payments.


• Generate invoices and confirm payments in collaboration with team members.


• Track and recover outstanding funds related to assigned programs.


• Maintain the fixed asset register and support depreciation calculations.


• Manage imprest records and prepare petty cash reports.


• Enter accurate financial data into accounting software (e.g., Xero).


• Issue receipts and collect relevant payment documentation.


• Organize and file physical financial and audit-related documents.


• Update and maintain student account logs and financial trackers.


• Reconcile student payment records and provide account statements monthly.


• Participate in finance team meetings and record meeting minutes.


• Assist with preparing statutory remittance reports (PAYE, WHT, NSITF, pensions).


• Address student inquiries about payment issues through email or chat.


• Ensure complete documentation and upload of receipts to the system.


• Reconcile financial records, including bank, cash, income, and student ledgers.


• Monitor petty cash and minor expenditure to support cost control.


• Perform other finance-related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.


• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting support roles.


• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.


• Experience using accounting software (e.g., Xero) is an advantage.

Skills Required:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.


• High attention to detail and accuracy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.


• Strong organizational and documentation skills.


• Team-oriented with a proactive and flexible attitude.


• Familiarity with financial compliance processes is a plus.