Finance & Operations Officer at Kaplo Africa

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and commercially aware Finance & Operations Officer to join our client’s team in Lekki.
• The ideal candidate will have a solid background in finance and accounting, with practical audit experience and the ability to support both the financial management and day-to-day operational activities of the business.
• This is not a purely accounting role. We are looking for someone who understands financial controls, reconciliations, reporting, audit, compliance and business operations, and can take ownership of responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, bookkeeping and accounting records.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, schedules and management accounts.
• Perform bank, cash, receivables and payables reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and support effective cash management.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and expense monitoring.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation of transactions.
• Support internal and external audit processes and provide required schedules and documentation.
• Review financial processes and identify control weaknesses, discrepancies and potential risks.
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls and operational procedures.
• Support statutory and regulatory compliance activities.
• Monitor operational expenses and ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Coordinate administrative and operational processes to ensure smooth day-to-day business activities.
• Liaise with banks, vendors, auditors and other relevant stakeholders when required.
• Investigate financial discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
• Support management with financial analysis and other business performance reports.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial and operational records.
• Perform other finance and operations duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• ICAN qualification or currently in view is mandatory.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, audit or financial operations.
• Practical audit experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls and reconciliations.
• Experience preparing financial reports and supporting audit assignments.
• Good understanding of internal controls, compliance and financial risk management.
• Strong Excel and accounting software skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work fully onsite in Lekki, Monday to Friday.