Finance Officer needed at First Ally

First Ally Capital was incorporated on May 20, 2014 as an Issuing House and Financial Advisory firm, with an authorized share capital of N2.5 billion, and an issued and fully-paid up capital of N1.9 billion. The Firm was licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 20, 2014. The firm commenced operations at a very significant point in the evolution of the Nigerian financial services industry and has leveraged its solid capital base and the excellent track-record and credentials of its team, directors and shareholders. The team behind the firm have been involved in various transactions ranging from Issuance of bonds, raising equity capital, mergers and acquisition, restructuring to project advisory services.

Finance Officer

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 3 – 5 years
Location: Lagos
Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Job Role

First Ally Trust Microfinance Bank providing support to the Financial Control Team by carrying out accounting and reporting functions to aid decision-making.

Job Responsibilities

Carry out treasury and investment functions to ensure optimal liquidity management.
Ensure regular reconciliation of all banking transactions.
Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
Ensure financial reports are in compliance with the International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS).
Monitor financial performance by measuring and analysing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimising the impact of performance variances.
Manage relationships with regulatory bodies e.g. LIRS, FIRS etc. and ensure timely remittances
Ensure adequate insurance coverage on all operational activity
Ensure adequate controls on all financial activities to safeguard financial assets.
Authorise expenditure/transactions in line with the bank’s approval limits and budget
Carry out performance management functions

Qualification/skills

HND/BSc in Accounting, Economics or Banking and Finance
ICAN or ACCA qualification
Knowledge of financial management systems, accounting policies and standards, tax management, etc.
Experienced in treasury and investment management.
Knowledge of the microfinance banking framework.
Experienced in the preparation of financial statements.
Strong client relationship management and customer service skills.
Team player with the ability to work with multiple parties.
Advanced computer software skills, including Microsoft Excel.