Finance & Administration Manager Victoria Island

Recruitmentbod Services Limited - We are a  recruitment and talent advisory firm focused on helping organizations attract, assess, and hire high-performing professionals. By combining market insight with a structured, targeted sourcing approach, we deliver candidates who are not only technically qualified but also aligned with the client’s culture and long-term goals. Our services cover the full recruitment lifecycle—from role definition and talent mapping to candidate evaluation and placement—ensuring an efficient hiring process and reduced hiring risk. We partner with businesses across multiple industries, providing reliable, professional support that enables better hiring decisions and sustainable growth. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Finance & Administration Manager Jobposting service

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Real Estate Development & Property Management About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical, strategic, and disciplined Finance & Administration Manager to oversee the financial integrity, operational governance, and daily administrative functions of our real estate enterprise in Victoria Island, Lagos. In this dual-capacity leadership role, you will manage financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow, budget execution, and tax compliance, while leading corporate administration, vendor relationships, and office logistics. You will serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, ensuring sound financial controls and operational efficiency across real estate developments, commercial leasing, and asset management portfolios.

Financial Planning & Budgeting: Lead the annual budgeting process, forecast revenue/expenses, and conduct monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis across development projects and operational units. Project & Real Estate Accounting: Oversee project cost accounting, monitor project expenditure against capital budgets, track construction/vendor payables, and manage property sales/lease revenue recognition. Cash Flow Management: Manage corporate treasury and liquidity, optimizing working capital to support active development timelines and operational commitments. Financial Reporting: Prepare and present timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in compliance with IFRS and local regulatory standards. Audit & Risk Controls: Coordinate internal and external audit processes, establish robust financial internal controls, and mitigate operational risk.

Tax Administration: Ensure strict compliance with federal and state tax laws, overseeing timely filings for VAT, WHT, PAYE, Companies Income Tax (CIT), and Education Tax with FIRS and LIRS. Regulatory Governance: Ensure corporate compliance with SCUML (EFCC), CAC filings, real estate sector regulatory requirements (REDAN/LASRERA guidelines where applicable), and local government levies.

Office & Asset Management: Oversee daily administrative operations for the Victoria Island corporate office, managing facility maintenance, utilities, supplies, and asset security. Vendor & Procurement Oversight: Direct procurement processes for office supplies, corporate services, and administrative contractors; negotiate commercial terms to optimize costs. Contract Administration: Maintain proper archiving and tracking of corporate leases, legal agreements, insurance policies, vendor contracts, and land/property documentation. Supervision & Team Leadership: Lead and mentor finance and admin support personnel, fostering a high-performance, accountable work culture.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting. Variance containment between project budgets and actual expenditures. 100% statutory tax and regulatory compliance (zero penalties/fines). Treasury management efficiency and accurate cash flow forecasting. Operational uptime and seamless administrative support for executive and sales teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from a recognized university. Professional Qualification: ACA or ACCA certification is required. Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, and office administration, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role within the real estate, construction, or property management sector in Nigeria. Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Excel and proficiency with ERP/accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage, or ERPNext). Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Nigerian tax laws (FIRS/LIRS), SCUML regulations, and financial reporting standards (IFRS).

Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen tailored to Lagos real estate dynamics. Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills. High level of integrity, discretion, and professional ethics. Proven leadership capability to manage cross-functional finance and administrative workflows.

N500,000 – N700,000 monthly. Application Closing Date

30th November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.