Finance and Administrative Lead

West Africa Vocational Education

West Africa Vocational Education

Accounting & Finance
Illinois, USA
Posted on Aug 26, 2025

Our client, a growing healthcare and wellness brand headquartered in Victoria Island, Lagos, is looking to hire a Finance & Administrative Lead to support company-wide finance, operations, and HR coordination. This full-time, office-based role is ideal for a highly organized and analytical individual with strong experience in accounting, financial reporting, and business support. If you thrive in a dynamic, growing company and can balance precision with efficiency — this is the opportunity for you.

Salary: N400,000 to N450,000 (gross).

Work Mode: Full-time (9am - 5pm)

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting

  • Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping, payroll, tax filings, and accounts management.

  • Post and reconcile transactions across income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports and statutory financial statements.

  • Support external audits and ensure timely filing of statutory and regulatory returns.

  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.

  • Set internal financial controls and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

  • Conduct pricing analysis and financial modeling to support strategic decisions.

Administration & HR Support

  • Maintain and improve administrative systems across the head office and Lagos operations.

  • Collaborate with HR and clinic teams to implement payroll, onboarding, staff exits, and employee welfare processes.

  • Ensure all administrative tasks — including document filing, procurement, and logistics — are executed efficiently.

  • Step in to coordinate HR policy implementation in the absence of a dedicated HR officer.

Procurement & Inventory

  • Oversee procurement of office, clinical, and PCA Independence Store supplies and equipment.

  • Manage importation, supplier negotiations, deliveries, and stock tracking using SAGE.

  • Support online sales, wholesale tenders, and proposals for institutional clients.

  • Ensure consistent inventory levels across all clinics and sales channels.

Business Analysis & Performance Reporting

  • Analyze performance trends and prepare reports with strategic insights for management and investors.

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to inform business decisions.

  • Recommend process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.

  • Coordinate with departments to ensure data-driven, financially sound decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 1–2 years’ post-qualification experience in financial reporting, auditing, or management accounting.

  • Membership of a professional body such as ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA (required).

  • Experience working with accounting software such as SAGE, ZOHO, or similar platforms.

  • Prior training at a Big 4 or reputable audit firm is a strong advantage.

  • Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations, payroll processing, and HR admin.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Proven ability to manage finance and admin operations in a growing business.

  • Excellent analytical, numerical, and reporting skills.

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.

  • Effective communicator — both written and verbal — with strong interpersonal skills.

  • Self-starter with excellent time management and the ability to prioritize effectively.

  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

  • Health insurance and wellness perks (post-probation).

  • Annual performance reviews and bonus opportunities.

  • Paid holidays and public holiday leave.

  • Professional development and career growth support.

  • A collaborative and purpose-driven work environment.