Finance & Administration Manager via Recruitmentbod Services – Victoria Island, Lagos

An undisclosed real estate development and property management company is recruiting a full-time Finance & Administration Manager in Victoria Island, Lagos through Recruitmentbod Services. The role oversees financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow, budgeting, tax compliance and administrative operations across property development, leasing and asset management.

Financial management and strategy

• Lead annual budgets, financial forecasts and monthly budget-to-actual variance reviews for development projects and operational units.
• Oversee project cost accounting, capital expenditure, construction and vendor payables, and property sales and lease revenue recognition.
• Manage treasury, liquidity and working capital to support ongoing developments and business obligations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow statements, in line with IFRS and local requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, maintain financial controls and mitigate operational risk.

Tax and regulatory compliance

• Oversee timely compliance and filings for VAT, withholding tax, PAYE, companies income tax and education tax with relevant tax authorities.
• Support corporate governance and required regulatory filings, including CAC, SCUML and applicable real estate sector requirements.

Corporate administration and operations

• Manage office facilities, utilities, supplies, security and administrative operations in Victoria Island.
• Supervise procurement, vendor and contractor relationships and negotiate suitable commercial terms.
• Maintain records for corporate leases, insurance, legal agreements, supplier contracts and property documentation.
• Lead finance and administrative support teams, promoting accountability and efficient cross-functional coordination.

Performance expectations

• Accurate and timely financial reporting, effective budget management and reliable cash-flow forecasts.
• Strong statutory compliance, robust financial controls and efficient administrative support.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• ACA or ACCA professional qualification is required.
• Seven to ten years of progressive experience in finance, accounting and office administration.
• At least three to five years in a management role within Nigeria’s real estate, construction or property management sector.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting or ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage or ERPNext.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, FIRS/LIRS tax requirements and SCUML regulation.
• Financial modelling, analytical, leadership, negotiation and communication skills, with sound professional integrity.

Salary

₦500,000 to ₦700,000 per month.