Job Vacancies at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

Job Summary

• The Treasury and Creditors’ Relationship Manager maintains and strengthens the Bank's relationships with creditors, lenders, and development partners. The role ensures reliable access to funding by managing drawdowns, guaranteeing covenant compliance, and servicing all obligations efficiently. By working closely with the Head of Treasury, the position helps optimize the funding mix, sustain creditor confidence, and support overall balance sheet stability and compliance.

Job Details

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage relationships with existing creditors, DFIs, correspondent banks, and institutional lenders. 
• Coordinate drawdowns, rollovers, and repayments of borrowings in line with approved schedules.
• Support the Head of Treasury in funding mix optimization (tenor, pricing, currency, concentration).
• Preparation and monitoring of monthly cash flow projections.
• Monitor financial and non-financial covenants under loan and funding agreements.
• Ensure timely submission of required reports and information to creditors. 
• Escalate potential covenant breaches or funding risks promptly to the Head of Treasury. 
• Prepare periodic creditor reports, utilization schedules, and funding status updates.
• Maintain accurate records of all borrowing agreements, term sheets, and correspondence. 
• Support audit, regulatory reviews, and due diligence exercises related to borrowings.
• Liaise with Finance, Risk Management, Legal, and Compliance units on creditor matters.
• Preparation of ALCO reports and also provide inputs to papers on funding, liquidity, and concentration risks.
• Support negotiations on pricing, terms, and restructuring (where applicable).

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Professional certifications such as ACA (mandatory)
• Experience: Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in banking or treasury operations.

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Job Summary

• The Finance & Reporting Manager is responsible for managing the accounting, regulatory reporting, and audit functions of the Microfinance Bank. The role ensures full compliance with CBN regulations, IFRS, and prudential guidelines, while delivering accurate and timely financial information to management, regulators, and stakeholders.

Job Details

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate financial records
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes
• Prepare and submit CBN and other regulatory returns within approved timelines
• Produce management and statutory financial reports for EXCO and the Board
• Coordinate internal and external audits and resolve audit issues promptly
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, CBN guidelines, and prudential requirements
• Reconcile core banking systems, general ledger, and regulatory reports
• Drive finance process improvements and reporting efficiency

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent) – mandatory
• Experience: 7–12 years’ experience in accounting and financial reporting within a regulated financial institution, preferably a microfinance bank