Finance and Admin Manager

About the role

The Finance and Admin Manager manages the firm's operational activities, financial administration, statutory compliance, payroll, client invoicing and office operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and professionalism. The role combines strong accounting expertise with operational execution skills, sound financial management, good client service and robust internal controls.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, develop and monitor operational processes, policies and internal controls, coordinate project timelines and supervise administrative activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records, prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, perform bank reconciliations, support budgeting and assist with external audits.
• Prepare and issue client invoices, monitor accounts receivable, reconcile invoices with payments and maintain billing records.
• Process monthly payroll, prepare payroll schedules, process statutory deductions and keep payroll information confidential.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, prepare and process statutory remittances (PAYE, Pension, ITF, NSITF), maintain compliance calendars and liaise with regulators.
• Manage the Sage Accounting system, generate reports from it and recommend improvements.
• Serve as the primary operational and financial contact for clients, coordinate onboarding, respond to enquiries and support project administration.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in accounting, finance or business operations.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Good understanding of Nigerian statutory compliance requirements.

Required skills

• Strong proficiency in Sage Accounting (mandatory).
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Payroll administration, invoicing and financial reporting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.