Overview

First Excelsia Professional Services Limited – Our client is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Position: Finance / Administrative Manager
Location: Lagos

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly competent Finance/Administrative Manager to oversee all its financial and administrative operations. The Finance/Administrative Manager will be responsible for developing budgeting, financial reporting, payroll management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The role holder will also oversee procurement, vendor management, and office administration. The Finance/Administrative Manager will act as a key representative of the company in professional settings, including meetings with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Role Responsibilities

  1. Lead the development and monitoring of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow plans.
  2. Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for management, the board, and external stakeholders.
  3. Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with statutory deductions.
  4. Ensure tax compliance and timely submission of statutory filings (e.g., VAT, PAYE, corporate tax).
  5. Manage procurement processes and maintain vendor relationships.
  6. Oversee day-to-day office administration and ensure smooth operations.
  7. Provide financial insights and data to support leadership decision-making.
  8. Represent the company in external meetings with partners, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

  1. Bachelor’s degree (BSc or BA) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a reputable university or polytechnic.
  2. Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
  3. Minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience in finance or administration, preferably in the energy or renewable power sector.
  4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar).
  5. Strong understanding of financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
  6. Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
  7. Detail-oriented, self-starter, and able to work independently.
  8. Trustworthy, organised, and proficient in written and verbal communication.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should email their CVs to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Tagged as: Accounting, Administrative, Finance