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Finance Officer (Recent Graduate or Intern)

Health Assur Ltd  · Healthcare / Medical

Full Time Lagos
Lagos
Deadline: 30 June 2026
Posted June 5, 2026

Description

A Finance Officer oversees an organization’s financial operations and maintains robust financial governance to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Key duties encompass collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Additionally, the role involves overseeing project timelines, allocating resources efficiently, and monitoring progress to meet deadlines. Responsibilities further extend to analyzing performance metrics, identifying trends, and implementing data-driven improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The position requires maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates, and addressing any arising challenges promptly. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous learning are essential for success in this role.

Prepare annual budgets and generate comprehensive financial forecasts to guide organizational planning and decision-making processes.

Track budget performance and propose necessary modifications to ensure optimal financial management.

Maintain precise and meticulously organized financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance in all accounting and bookkeeping activities.

Document and verify all financial transactions to ensure accuracy and consistency in the accounting records.

Process vendor and supplier payments in the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.

Track and gather overdue payments to ensure timely collection of outstanding receivables.

Financial reporting responsibilities include the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Prepare and present financial data to leadership to facilitate informed decision-making processes.

Monitor and oversee cash inflows and outflows to ensure accurate financial tracking.

Maintain adequate financial reserves to support ongoing operational activities.

Responsible for overseeing the payroll administration process, including the computation of employee salaries and statutory deductions.

Ensure that all taxes, pensions, and other required deductions are remitted promptly and in accordance with established deadlines.

As part of our team, you will oversee compliance and tax management responsibilities, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and optimizing tax strategies. Your role will involve monitoring changes in tax laws, preparing accurate filings, and advising stakeholders on compliance obligations. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement tax-efficient processes and mitigate risks associated with non-compliance. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in tax software are essential, along with the ability to communicate complex regulations clearly to diverse audiences.

Maintain adherence to all applicable financial regulations and organizational policies to uphold legal and ethical standards.

Compile and submit tax returns alongside statutory reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Implement robust financial controls to mitigate the risks of fraud and errors, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all financial operations. Conduct regular audits to evaluate the effectiveness of these controls, identify potential vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen the organization’s financial safeguards.

Facilitate internal and external audit processes to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and sustain strategic partnerships with financial institutions, external suppliers, and governing authorities to ensure seamless collaboration and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsible for reconciling vendor accounts and addressing any discrepancies related to payments to ensure accuracy and financial compliance.

Conduct comprehensive assessments of financial data and interpret key trends to support strategic decision-making.

To enhance profitability and cost efficiency, deliver strategic recommendations.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical capabilities, proficiency in project management tools, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, experience with data analysis and a solid understanding of industry regulations are essential. Candidates must demonstrate a keen attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in relevant software applications and a commitment to continuous learning are also required.

Prepare financial statements, conduct detailed reviews of financial data, and deliver comprehensive analyses to evaluate organizational performance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. Develop and maintain financial models, perform variance analysis, and generate insightful reports to support strategic decision-making. Track key performance indicators, monitor financial health, and provide actionable recommendations to optimize resource allocation and profitability.

Responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive budgets as well as producing detailed financial forecasts, this role involves analyzing historical data, identifying trends, and projecting future financial performance to support strategic decision-making. By collaborating with department heads, the position ensures alignment between financial plans and operational objectives while monitoring expenditures to prevent overspending. Additionally, the role requires generating regular financial reports, conducting variance analyzes, and providing actionable insights to senior management to enhance fiscal responsibility and resource allocation.

Proficient in utilizing accounting software with a strong command of its features and functionalities to streamline financial processes.

Attention to detail

Proficiency in numerical and analytical abilities is essential for this role, requiring a strong aptitude for interpreting data, identifying trends, and solving complex problems through structured reasoning and logical deduction. Candidates should demonstrate the capacity to apply mathematical principles effectively and leverage analytical frameworks to derive actionable insights. These competencies are critical for evaluating performance metrics, assessing risks, and optimizing decision-making processes in dynamic operational environments.

Demonstrates a solid understanding of tax and financial regulatory frameworks.

Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, coupled with strong interpersonal competencies, are essential for fostering collaborative relationships and conveying ideas effectively.

To submit your application, please adhere to the outlined procedure. Begin by accessing the designated platform or portal where the application process is facilitated. Ensure all required documents and information are prepared in advance to streamline the submission. Follow the provided instructions meticulously to avoid any delays or complications in the application process.

Qualified individuals seeking to apply for this position must submit their resume via email to hr@healthassur.com, ensuring the Job Title is specified in the email subject line.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

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