Junior Finance Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Junior Finance Officer to support the company's day-to-day financial and accounting operations.
• Process and record daily financial transactions accurately.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable activities.
• Prepare and maintain invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other financial documents.
• Track project-related expenses, operational costs, and petty cash.
• Review invoices and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor expenditure on materials, equipment, labour, subcontractors, logistics, and other project costs.
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash transactions, supplier accounts, and other financial records.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, payments, and receivables.
• Assist with monthly financial reports, expense summaries, and project cost reports.
• Support budget monitoring by comparing actual expenditure against approved budgets.
• Assist with audit preparation and maintain organised financial records.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and controls.

Requirements

• B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2 - 3 years of relevant accounting/finance experience.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Odoo, Zoho Books, or similar accounting software is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with finance and non-finance teams.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, contracting, procurement, or other project-based businesses is an advantage.
• ICAN, ACCA, ATS, or progress towards a professional accounting qualification is an added advantage.