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Financial Analyst & Accounting Lead
Verstand Resources
Abuja · On-site Full-time Senior 2d ago
About the role
Role Overview
- We are seeking a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and strategic Financial Analyst & Accounting Lead to take full ownership of the financial health, reporting, and structure of the business.
- This role goes beyond basic accounting. The ideal candidate will serve as a financial strategist and operational partner, providing clear visibility into business performance, profitability, and growth opportunities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial systems.
- You will work closely with leadership to drive financial clarity, accountability, and scalable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Oversight & Reporting
- Maintain complete and accurate financial records across all business operations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Provide clear insights into revenue, expenses, profitability, and cost drivers
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards for real-time business visibility
- Analyze trends and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance
Financial Analysis & Business Intelligence
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess business health and growth opportunities
- Monitor key metrics including:
- Revenue by service/product line
- Profit margins
- Cost efficiency
- Customer acquisition cost and lifetime value (if applicable)
- Support leadership with forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning
- Identify inefficiencies, leakages, and opportunities to optimize revenue and reduce costs
Accounting Systems & Structure (QuickBooks Expert)
- Fully manage and optimize QuickBooks accounting system
- Design, implement, and maintain a robust Chart of Accounts aligned with business operations
- Ensure proper categorization of all transactions for accurate reporting
- Establish and enforce strong financial controls and processes
- Oversee reconciliations (bank, payments, payroll, inventory where applicable)
Audit, Compliance & External Liaison
- Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies
- Ensure full compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards
- Prepare all necessary documentation for audits and financial reviews
- Maintain audit‑ready financial records at all times
Cash Flow & Financial Management
- Monitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and financial stability
- Provide insights on cash positioning and capital allocation
- Ensure proper tracking of receivables, payables, and outstanding balances
Process Improvement & Financial Discipline
- Establish and enforce financial policies, SOPs, and reporting structures
- Improve efficiency of financial workflows and reporting timelines
- Implement systems that support scalability and operational growth
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
- Clarity and usability of financial insights for decision‑making
- Cash flow stability and financial health tracking
- Audit readiness and compliance standards
- Improvement in cost efficiency and profitability
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Highly analytical: Able to translate numbers into clear business insights
- Strategic thinker: Understands how finance drives business growth
- Detail‑obsessed: Ensures accuracy and precision at all levels
- Proactive: Identifies issues before they become problems
- Structured and systems‑driven: Builds processes, not chaos
- Trustworthy and discreet: Handles sensitive financial data with integrity
- Confident communicator: Able to present financial insights clearly to leadership
Required Experience
- 5–8+ years in financial analysis, accounting, or similar roles
- Strong experience with QuickBooks (Advanced/Expert level required)
- Proven ability to set up and optimize charts of accounts and financial systems
- Experience working with auditors, tax consultants, and compliance processes
- Background in healthcare, medical aesthetics, or service‑based businesses is a strong advantage
What We’re Looking For (Non‑Negotiables)
- You must be strategic, not just transactional
- You must bring clarity to the numbers, not confusion
- You must take ownership of financial health, not just bookkeeping
- You must operate with precision, accountability, and integrity
Why Join Us
- Work with a fast‑growing luxury medical aesthetics brand
- Be a key decision‑making partner to leadership
- Opportunity to build and structure the financial backbone of a scaling business
- High‑impact role with visibility across all areas of the business
Skills
QuickBooks
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