Finance Officer at Darey.io

Role Overview

• The Finance Officer will be responsible for maintaining Darey.io’s and Xterns.ai’s financial integrity through effective financial management, auditing, and compliance.
• The role involves managing statutory remittances, ensuring timely reconciliations, and preparing accurate reports to support decision-making.
• The ideal candidate must possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and financial systems, with practical experience in auditing, PAYE, pension, and tax filings.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting:

• Record all financial transactions accurately in the approved accounting software (QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or Wave).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with Darey.io’s Accounting SOP.
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analyses and recommendations.
• Support the Head of Operations in preparing financial forecasts and budgets.

Compliance and Audit:

• Ensure full compliance with all tax and statutory remittance obligations (PAYE, VAT, Pension, Withholding Tax, etc.).
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory agencies during financial reviews or audits.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Nigerian accounting standards and financial regulations.

Bank Reconciliation and Treasury Management:

• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies within five (5) business days.
• Monitor inflows and outflows to maintain healthy cash flow and working capital.
• Track outstanding invoices, manage payables, and ensure prompt settlement of obligations.

Expense Management and Approvals:

• Enforce pre-approval protocols for all organizational expenses based on authorization limits.
• Review and validate supporting documents for reimbursements and vendor payments.
• Ensure all expense claims comply with the Accounting Policy and have appropriate documentation.

Payroll and Statutory Deductions:

• Compute and remit all statutory deductions (PAYE, pension, NSITF, ITF, etc.) as required by law.

Financial Systems and Data Security:

• Ensure all financial data is accurately recorded, backed up, and stored securely.
• Manage access rights to financial platforms, ensuring only authorized personnel can view or edit data.
• Recommend automation or process improvements for financial workflows.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of proven experience as a finance officer, Accountant, or auditor.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) — full or part-qualified preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or Wave).
• Excellent knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, statutory remittances, and financial compliance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High integrity and attention to detail.