Jobs at First Excelsia Professional Services Limited

Our client, a leading Mortgage Bank in Nigeria, Financial Control Department is seeking a dynamic Finance Officer to join our team and drive the Bank's business forward.

The role holder will be responsible for financial tasks such as preparing statutory returns, handling tax filings, reconciling bank statements, maintaining records, and processing financial obligations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit monthly and yearly statutory returns to regulatory bodies.
• Handle withholding tax filings for various transactions.
• Manage tax reporting to local and federal authorities.
• Liaise with tax consultants and government agencies.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain financial records.
• Monitor trial balances and prepare reports.
• Confirm customer deposits and generate reports.
• Maintain fixed asset register and reconcile dividend schedules.
• Process staff tax clearance certificates and other financial obligations.
• Perform other remedial tasks as needed.

Person Specification:

• Minimum of 2 years as a finance officer, or a similar role.
• Minimum of a first Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and regulations.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using management information software to keep records.

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Our client, leading Mortgage institution dedicated to providing top-notch mortgage services to our clients is seeking a competent Head of Audit and Internal Control to join its dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will responsible and tasked with the development and management of the audit department, ensuring its efficiency and functionality, also responsible for overseeing the Bank's compliance functions, ensuring that all controls are adequate and in line with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing audit plans and strategies to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance practices.
• Conducting regular audits of various departments and functions to identify areas of improvement and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Providing guidance and recommendations to management on best practices for risk mitigation and process improvement.
• Monitoring and reporting on audit findings, trends, and emerging risks to senior management and the board of directors.
• Leading a team of audit professionals, providing mentorship, training, and performance management to ensure continued growth and development.

Person Specifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• ACA, ACCA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred. 
• Proven experience in audit, internal control, or risk management roles within the banking or financial services industry, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of banking regulations, accounting standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.