Description
The Finance Officer oversees the organization’s financial operations and maintains robust financial controls to ensure accuracy and compliance. This role involves the meticulous management of financial activities to support the organization’s fiscal health and strategic objectives.
Oversee key operational functions, ensuring efficient and effective execution of daily tasks. Direct and mentor team members to optimize performance and foster professional growth. Develop and implement strategic plans to meet organizational objectives and enhance productivity. Monitor progress, analyze outcomes, and adjust strategies as needed to achieve desired results. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental communication. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and quality standards.
Key responsibilities encompass overseeing daily operations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and implementing efficient solutions. The position requires managing stakeholder relationships, addressing inquiries or concerns promptly, and fostering a positive work environment. Further duties include monitoring performance metrics, conducting regular audits, and reporting findings to senior leadership.
Prepare annual budgets and financial projections, ensuring comprehensive financial planning and strategic allocation of resources to support organizational objectives.
Oversee financial performance against the budget and propose strategic modifications as necessary.
Maintain precise financial records through meticulous accounting and bookkeeping practices.
Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and ensure they are properly reconciled.
Responsible for managing the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, which include processing payments to vendors and suppliers in a timely and accurate manner.
Diligently track and gather overdue accounts receivable to ensure timely collection and financial stability.
We are responsible for preparing comprehensive financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
You will convey financial data to management to facilitate informed decision-making processes.
Monitor all cash inflows and outflows to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of financial transactions.
Adequate funding must be maintained to support operational activities.
Process salaries and statutory deductions for employees as part of payroll administration.
Your responsibilities include processing and submitting tax payments, pension contributions, and other required deductions in accordance with established deadlines.
Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and oversees tax obligations, including preparation, filing, and reporting of taxes, while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws. Develops and implements tax strategies to optimize financial outcomes and minimize liabilities. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather financial data, conducts tax research, and provides guidance on compliance issues. Monitors changes in tax legislation and regulations to ensure organizational compliance. Prepares and reviews tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation for accuracy. Manages audits, responds to inquiries from tax authorities, and resolves discrepancies promptly. Provides training and support to staff on tax-related policies and procedures.
Guarantee adherence to all financial regulations and established company policies.
Compile and submit tax returns along with mandated statutory reports in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines.
Implement robust financial controls to mitigate risks associated with fraud and errors, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial operations.
Facilitate internal and external audit processes to ensure compliance, accuracy, and operational integrity across all relevant areas.
Vendor and Stakeholder Management Manage relationships with banks, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
Maintain accurate vendor account records by reconciling transactions and promptly addressing any discrepancies to ensure seamless payment processing. Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or delays to uphold strong vendor relationships and minimize disruptions in financial operations.
Conduct comprehensive examinations of financial data and market trends to identify key patterns and insights.
Offer strategic guidance aimed at enhancing profitability while optimizing cost efficiency.
A robust set of competencies is essential for this role, including proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. Candidates must demonstrate experience in leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and delivering projects on time and within scope. Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards is also required, along with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs and technological advancements.
Financial reporting and analysis encompass the preparation, review, and interpretation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. This role involves analyzing financial data, identifying trends, variances, and key performance indicators to support strategic decision-making. Proficiency in accounting principles, financial modeling, and data visualization tools is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills to present insights to stakeholders.
Develops and maintains accurate budgetary plans and financial projections, analyzing historical data, market trends, and organizational objectives to generate reliable forecasts that guide strategic decision-making. Collaborates with department leaders to align financial targets with operational needs, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently. Monitors performance against established budgets, identifies variances, and recommends corrective actions to maintain fiscal discipline and achieve financial goals.
Proficient in utilizing accounting software applications is required. Experience with financial management systems, such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar platforms, is essential. The ability to navigate and leverage these tools for accurate data entry, reporting, and analysis is expected. Knowledge of general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable processing, and financial statement generation is necessary. Additionally, familiarity with audit trails, reconciliation processes, and compliance reporting is advantageous.
Exceptional precision and thoroughness are essential, ensuring meticulous review and verification of all tasks. This role demands diligence in identifying discrepancies and maintaining high standards of accuracy in every aspect of work.
Proficient in mathematical reasoning and data-driven analysis, with a strong ability to interpret complex information and derive actionable insights through structured methodologies.
Proficiency in tax compliance and financial regulatory frameworks is required.
Proficient in conveying information clearly and fostering collaborative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders through effective verbal and written communication.
go to method of application
Qualified and enthusiastic applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes via email to hr@healthassur.com, ensuring the job title is included in the subject line.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
