Finance Associate

Reliance Health’s mission is to make quality healthcare delightful, affordable, and accessible in emerging markets. From Nigeria, Egypt, Senegal and beyond, we offer comprehensive health plans tailored to both employers’ and employees’ needs through an integrated approach that includes telemedicine, affordable health insurance, and a combination of partner and proprietary healthcare facilities. By leveraging advanced technology, we are transforming the healthcare landscape, making it more efficient and accessible for everyone.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Associate to support our financial operations and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in financial analysis, reconciliations, and budgeting, combined with a solid understanding of internal controls and compliance standards.

This role is perfect for someone who is both meticulous and proactive, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about driving financial accuracy and operational efficiency across the organization.

As the Finance Associate, you will be responsible for:

• Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and other payment requests accurately and on time.
• Prepare and execute payment runs in compliance with approval policies and cash flow schedules.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing for all financial transactions to support audits and regulatory reviews.

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts, claims payments, premium collections, and provider settlements.
• Review and verify data entries in accounting systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes by completing assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Compile supporting schedules and documentation for financial statements and regulatory filings.

• Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist internal and external auditors by providing requested documentation and explanations.
• Flag unusual transactions or policy violations to senior finance team members.
• Respond to internal queries about invoices, payments, and account balances in a timely and professional manner.
• Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
• Support the preparation and analysis of financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and management reports
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations (bank and credit cards)
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments, invoices, and other financial transactions for employees, vendors, and partners
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation to support audit, tax, and internal review processes
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards such as GAAP or IFRS
• Assist in providing financial data and analysis to support business decision-making and strategic planning
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to support the successful completion of audits

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Must have completed NYSC or have a valid exemption letter.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, vlookups, data manipulation).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and the financial close process.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working in healthcare, insurance, fintech, or a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to reconciliations involving claims, premiums, or provider payments.
• Professional certification or progress toward ICAN or ACCA