Finance Operations Specialist at First Ally Capital Limited

Paystack is a technology company solving payments problems for ambitious businesses. Paystack's mission is to help merchants in Africa get paid by anyone, anywhere in the world. Over 9,000 of some of the best businesses in Nigeria use Paystack’s modern payments gateway, including MTN, Taxify, Domino’s Pizza, Smile Communications, Opera, God is Good Motors, Axa Mansard Insurance, and many others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Operations Specialist

Location: Lagos

About the Role

• The Financial Operations Specialist will be responsible for managing the daily financial processes of the bank, including end-of-day reporting, reconciliation, transaction processing, and regulatory submissions.
• As the first hire in the finance function, the ideal candidate must be hands-on, systems-savvy, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations, including transaction processing, end-of-day reporting, cash reconciliation, and settlements.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of transactions and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Manage bank and GL reconciliations, including core banking system vs accounting records.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and regulatory submissions (e.g., CBN, MPRs, CRMS, NDIC).
• Process payments, staff payroll, and statutory remittances (e.g., taxes, pensions).
• Implement internal controls to safeguard financial assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in setting up financial systems, policies, and processes in line with CBN requirements.
• Support budgeting, variance analysis, and financial performance tracking.
• Support internal audit preparation and implementation of audit recommendations.
• Liaise with auditors, regulators, and service providers as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, or a related field 
• ICAN/ACCA certification (in progress or completed) is preferred.
• In-depth understanding of CBN guidelines, internal control frameworks, AML, KYC, and risk management practices.
• 5 years’ experience in financial operations or accounting, ideally in a banking environment, other  financial institution or fintech.
• Strong knowledge of microfinance banking operations and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with accounting and core banking software 
• Proficient in Excel and financial data analysis.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professional integrity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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