• Application Deadline:
• Position: Finance Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

About the Role

• We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager  who will provide support to the business by managing daily accounting and financial tasks.


• They will compile reports, prepare, maintain and reconcile financial statements and other financial documents.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of financial statements.


• Maintain the accounts payable and receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate payment records.


• Review invoices and other payment requests for appropriate approvals, adequacy of budget cover, the validity of claims, and relevant supporting documents.


• Ensure timely processing of all payables.


• Assist in following up on outstanding reconciling items to ensure timely resolution of issues relating to reconciliation.


• Review and reconcile relevant tax accounts - VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc. to ensure completeness, accuracy, and validity.


• Compute and file tax returns to relevant tax authorities including related reports to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.


• Administer petty cash disbursement and reconciliation.


• Process advance requests and track retirements in line with approved policies


• Ensure timely submission, accuracy and validity of inventory.


• Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules and others.


• Analyze cost accounting data and assist with cycle count/physical inventories


• Periodically review the organization’s financial reports and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or a Finance related discipline.


• 5 years relevant work experience in a similar role.


• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is required


• Experience working with spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

Must have skills:

• Intrinsically motivated.


• Results - oriented and pragmatic with exceptional problem solving and decision making skills.


• Emotionally intelligent and team player with an international outlook


• Excellent and precise communication & presentation skills.


• Comfortable and effective in managing and communicating with team members and stakeholders.


• Ability to deliver results with low levels of supervision.


• Strong interpersonal skills, time management and planning skills.


• Conscientious in approach to work.


• Excellent Managerial Skills.


• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relationships with external parties.


• Up to date knowledge of Key financial reporting standards.


• Comprehensive Knowledge and Application of Nigerian Tax Laws.


• Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.


• Strong financial planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

Why Gokada?

• Meaningful Rewards: Competitive base pay, Flexible Leave Plan, Health Insurance, Training & Skills Development


• Meaningful Work: Your role at Gokada will directly contribute to improving the livelihoods of many Africans


• Personal Growth: Opportunity to leave your mark on one of the fastestgrowing organizations in Africa


• The Best Team: Work with a motivated and talented team who have a common shared vision.