Finance Officer at Fort Knox Group

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow statements, and financial summaries.
• Monitor income, expenditure, cash flow, and budget performance.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts, and expense claims.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts, and other financial records.
• Assist with budget preparation, financial forecasting, and cost control.
• Ensure timely payment of statutory deductions and other financial obligations.
• Support payroll processing and the preparation of relevant financial schedules.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, accounting standards, and internal financial policies.
• Maintain proper documentation of financial transactions for audit purposes.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, vendors, and other relevant stakeholders when necessary.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Good knowledge of financial reporting, bank reconciliation, budgeting, and tax compliance.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.