Position Overview:
The Finance & Administration Officer is responsible for executing day-to-day finance and administrative tasks that support the smooth operation of Gurugeeks. This role is suitable for a graduate who can take ownership of defined responsibilities while working under supervision and with support from senior finance, HR, and operations staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance Operations
Responsible for maintaining accurate daily financial records, including recording transactions and maintaining ledgers.
Responsible for preparing customer invoices and tracking payment status.
Responsible for processing supplier invoices and preparing payment documentation for approval.
Responsible for reconciling bank statements, petty cash, and expense records on a regular basis.
Responsible for tracking cash inflows and outflows and escalating discrepancies when identified.
Reporting & Compliance
Responsible for preparing basic monthly financial summaries and schedules for management review.
Responsible for maintaining organized and audit-ready financial records.
Responsible for preparing documentation for statutory remittances (PAYE, VAT, WHT, pensions), with review and approval by senior staff.
Responsible for ensuring finance-related documents are properly filed and retrievable.
Payroll & Staff Administration
Responsible for compiling payroll inputs and preparing payroll schedules for review and approval.
Responsible for maintaining employee finance-related records, including expense claims and staff advances.
Responsible for processing staff reimbursements in line with approved policies.
Responsible for maintaining accurate records of employee benefits and deductions.
Administration & Office Management
Responsible for coordinating day-to-day office administration, including office supplies, utilities tracking, and vendor communication.
Responsible for maintaining the company asset register and tracking assignment and condition of company assets.
Responsible for managing documentation, correspondence, and internal records (physical and electronic).
Responsible for supporting scheduling, internal coordination, and administrative reporting.
Procurement & Vendor Coordination
Responsible for sourcing vendor quotations and maintaining procurement documentation.
Responsible for tracking vendor invoices, contracts, and renewal dates.
Responsible for monitoring vendor service delivery and reporting issues for resolution.
Controls, Systems & Process Improvement
Responsible for following and applying internal finance and administrative controls and procedures.
Responsible for updating finance and admin templates, trackers, and documentation.
Responsible for identifying process gaps and recommending improvements to supervisors.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality and data accuracy across all records.
General Responsibilities
Responsible for responding to finance and administrative requests from management and internal teams.
Responsible for upholding professionalism, ethics, and company values at all times.
Key Requirements:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
NYSC completed
Experience
0 - 2 years' experience (internship, SIWES, or entry-level exposure acceptable).
Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and administrative processes.
Familiarity with spreadsheets and basic accounting software is an advantage.
Core Competencies
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
Good communication and organisational skills.
High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
Willingness to learn and work under guidance while delivering results.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).