Finance Officer

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Dalewares Institute of Technology is hiring a hands-on Finance Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations at its Lagos polytechnic. The role covers bookkeeping, budgeting, tuition fee management, ERP implementation, statutory compliance, and financial reporting. Candidates need a B.Sc/HND in Accounting or Finance, completed NYSC, and 3-5 years post-NYSC experience, ideally in an education or SME setting.

• Full-time role based in Palmgrove, Lagos
• Focus on school accounting, tuition collection, and ERP rollout
• Requires B.Sc/HND in Accounting/Finance and completed NYSC
• 3-5 years post-NYSC experience, ideally in education or SME
• ACA/ACCA/CPA/ANAN in progress is a strong advantage
• KPIs include budget adherence, cash flow, and audit readiness

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Finance Officer at Dalewares Institute of Technology ⏲ Aug 12, 2026, 5:18 AM ⋕ View all Banking & Financial Services jobs Dalewares Institute of Technology, now Dalewares College of Management and Technology, was formerlyan Innovation Enterprise Institution (IEI), offeringpost-secondary education: programmes leading to the award of National Innovation Diploma (NID) and Higher National Innovation Diploma (HNID) , Dalewares College of Management and Technology ( DCMT POLYTECHNIC) is a fully licensed and accredited Tertiary for institution established in 2007, awarding ND and HND certification. DCMT is also an accredited center and representative office for NCC EDUCATION: UK and awarding body in Partnership with over one hundred and twenty universities across the world. Reach out to DCMT today for local and international degrees. Welcome on board!. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Finance Officer Location: Palmgrove, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary We are looking for a hands-on Finance Officer to manage the day-to-day financial operations of our growing polytechnic. You’ll be the one keeping our finances clean, compliant, and ready for growth. This person must understand accounting for educational institutions, be comfortable with ERP implementation, and be able to do bookkeeping, budgeting, and reporting without hand-holding. Key Responsibilities: Accounting & Bookkeeping: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with Nigerian accounting standards Maintain complete and accurate financial records: general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, student fees Handle tuition fee collection, receipts, reconciliation, and student ledger management Management Finance: Support management with financial analysis for decision-making: cost of programs, viability of new courses, etc. Prepare and monitor annual budgets for departments, projects, and the institution Track cash flow, manage bank accounts, and ensure proper fund allocation ERP & IT: Lead implementation and daily operation of the college ERP/finance module Train staff on ERP use for fee collection, payroll, and procurement Ensure data integrity, backups, and proper access controls in the system Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with FIRS, TETFUND, JAMB/NBTE financial reporting where applicable Enforce internal controls, prevent leakages, and conduct periodic reconciliations Prepare reports for the Board/Proprietor and Management Liaise with auditors, banks, and vendors Manage statutory deductions: PAYE, Pension, NHF, WHT Key Performance Indicators - KPIs We’ll measure you on: Budget Adherence: Departmental spending within 5% variance of approved budget Cash Flow Management: 95% of expected tuition collected each semester, aged debt tracked ERP Adoption: 100% of fee collection and procurement processed through ERP within 3 months of resumption Financial Accuracy: Monthly books closed by the 5th of the following month with <1% reconciliation variance Compliance: Zero penalties on statutory remittances. All filings done on time Audit Readiness: Clean external audit with no material findings Education: & Experience: NYSC: Completed Education: Minimum http://B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Finance, or related field. ACA/ACCA/CPA/ANAN in progress is a strong advantage Experience: 3-5 years post-NYSC experience, with at least 1-2 years in an educational institution, SME, or where ERP was used What will make a candidate stand out: Has worked with NBTE reporting templates Can work with limited resources and still keep controls tight Has set up or migrated a school to an ERP before Skills & Competencies: Education: Sector Knowledge: Understanding of school fee structures, student billing, grant management Tech Savvy: Advanced Excel, MS Office. Comfortable learning new software fast Core Accounting: Strong grasp of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, cost accounting Integrity + Hands-on: This is not a "delegate everything" role. You will post entries, chase receipts, and fix ERP issues yourself. Analytical: Can spot variances, recommend cost savings, and explain numbers to non-finance people ERP Proficiency: Hands-on experience: with at least one ERP. Examples: Tally, QuickBooks, Sage, College ERP, or custom school management systems. Must be able to set up charts of accounts and run reports How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email. Application Deadline: 31st August, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State Finance Officer job vacancies in Nigeria