Junior Finance Officer at CredPal

Purpose Statement

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly disciplined Junior Finance Officer to support the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our financial operations. This role is critical to ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded correctly, reconciliations are completed promptly, and financial data remains reliable for reporting and decision-making. You will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls across daily operations, supporting reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. This position requires a high level of accuracy, accountability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, transaction-heavy environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily posting of financial transactions into the accounting system with accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct daily bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and discrepancies are promptly resolved.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring proper tracking, tagging, and depreciation records.
• Manage petty cash and cash advances, including disbursement, documentation, and reconciliation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing and payments.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist with budget tracking and expense monitoring to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation and schedules.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist in preparing financial schedules, reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
• Support senior finance team members with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data across systems and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in finance roles in the Financial services/finTech industry.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, especially QuickBooks.
• Familiarity with Core Banking Systems is an added advantage.
• ICAN (ATS / Foundation level / Part-qualified) or equivalent professional certification is an added advantage.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Willing to resume immediately.