Finance Operations Lead at Lheon Consulting

Role Summary

• The Finance Operations Lead is responsible for coordinating and overseeing daily finance operations activities within the accounting department.
• The role ensures that financial transactions are processed accurately, reconciliations are completed on time, and financial documentation is maintained in line with established financial procedures and internal controls.
• The role also provides operational leadership to junior finance operations staff, ensuring efficient execution of finance processes and maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and compliance.

KeyResponsibilities
Finance Operations Oversight:

• Coordinate and supervise day-to-day finance operations activities within the unit.
• Ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and within approved timelines.
• Monitor finance operations workflows to ensure efficiency and consistency.

Transaction Review & Financial Controls:

• Review financial transactions processed by finance operations staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure all transactions are supported by proper documentation and approvals.
• Maintain compliance with financial policies and internal control procedures.

Bank & Account Reconciliation Oversight:

• Oversee preparation of bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
• Review reconciliation reports prepared by team members.
• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies in financial records.

Financial Documentation & Record Management:

• Ensure all financial documentation is properly maintained and stored.
• Maintain organized records for finance operations activities to support internal audits and financial reviews.

Operational Reporting:

• Prepare operational finance reports and summaries for management review.
• Track finance operations activities and report on operational performance metrics.

Team Supervision & Support:

• Provide guidance and supervision to finance operations trainees, officers, and senior officers.
• Support training and development of junior finance operations staff.
• Ensure team members adhere to established finance operations procedures.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve finance operations processes and workflows.
• Support the implementation of automation, improved documentation processes, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or ongoing Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in financial transaction management, reconciliations, and operational finance supervision
• Strong knowledge of finance operations and accounting procedures
• Experience performing and reviewing bank and account reconciliations
• 3 - 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or administrative support roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Basic understanding or proficiency in Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Tools.
• Strong communication, positive attitude, collaborative mindset, and open to feedback.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Time management. Willingness to learn and ability to meet deadlines
• Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality with the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Salary: N400,000 - N600,000 monthly.
• Health Insurance
• Flexible work style
• Access to lifestyle management & therapy sessions monthly
• Opportunity to work with a leading consulting firm and contribute to its growth.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity to work with a highly collaborative team.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Great company culture & access to a strong network of industry professionals.