ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER AT LIFEBANK | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN NIGERIA

About Company:

LifeBank is a technology company that powers hospitals and care centers to deliver quality healthcare to patients in emerging markets. The company’s technology, infrastructure, agile production, and distribution networks enable hospitals in emerging markets to catch up with their global peers. The company has distributed 45,000+ medical products to 1000+ healthcare facilities, saving 18,000+ lives across Nigeria, Ethiopia and Kenya. At LifeBank, we are the technology-led healthcare system for the future.

Job Description:

We are looking for a meticulous and proactive Accounts Payable Officer to manage the payables process at LifeBank. In this role, you will be the engine behind our financial commitments, ensuring that our vendors, partners, and service providers are paid accurately and on time.

By maintaining strong financial controls and healthy vendor relationships, you will directly support our mission-critical operations in healthcare delivery, procurement, and logistics. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and have a sharp eye for detail, we want you on our Finance team.

Requirements:

Invoice Management & Processing

• Verification: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring all documentation is correct and internal approvals are secured.

• System Logging: Log all approved payables accurately and promptly into Xero (our accounting system).

• Payment Execution: Prepare and execute payments via bank transfers and various payment platforms, ensuring they are completed on schedule.

Operational Support & Reconciliation

• High-Volume Management: Handle time-sensitive payments specifically related to medical supplies, logistics, and daily operations.

• Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies swiftly to maintain trust and service continuity.

• Reporting: Track all outstanding payables and provide regular, clear reports to the Finance Manager.

Compliance & Audit

• Tax Support: Manage tax-related processes, including the deduction and documentation of Withholding Tax (WHT).

• Financial Closing: Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure financial accuracy.

• Audit Readiness: Support internal and external audits by providing the necessary schedules and documentation.

• Policy Adherence: Ensure every transaction complies with company policies, regulatory standards, and donor requirements where applicable.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: 2–4 years of professional experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.

  • Preferred: Experience in a high-growth startup, healthcare, or logistics sector.

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

  • Experience with accounting/ERP systems (Xero experience is a significant advantage).

  • Familiarity with modern payment platforms and reconciliation tools.

• Professional Certification: ICAN/ACCA (completed or in progress) is preferred.

• Core Competencies:

  • Integrity: High level of accountability and ethical standards.

  • Detail-Oriented: A commitment to accuracy in a high-volume environment.

  • Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

  • Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams like Procurement and Operations.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs / Resume to: team@lifebank.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.