Data Entry Officer (Lagos) at Moniepoint in Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Who We Are

Moniepoint is Africa’s all-in-one financial ecosystem, empowering businesses and their customers with seamless payment, banking, credit, and management tools. In 2023, we processed $182 billion and are Nigeria’s largest merchant acquirer. We are on a mission to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere.

What We Do

At Moniepoint, we are a customer-focused community dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We leverage artificial intelligence and data-driven best practices to support our businesses, from providing credit and overdrafts to ensuring every transaction is secure.

Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out our stories on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.

Job Title: Data Entry Officer

Reports To: Lead, Onboarding

Location: Lekki, Ajah or Sangotedo Axis

Work Mode: Outsourced Hybrid Mode

Job Purpose

The Data Entry Specialist ensures that customer accounts, product catalogues, inventory records, and pricing data are accurately entered and maintained within the Moniebook platform. Working closely with Onboarding Specialists and Account Managers, you keep data clean and ready from day one, enabling fast go-lives, reliable reporting, and a smooth experience for every retail customer. Success is measured by accuracy rates, turnaround time, and your contribution to a scalable, error-free operational foundation.

Key Responsibilities

Data Entry & Record Management

• Input, update, and maintain merchant data, including product catalogues, SKUs, pricing, inventory levels, and customer profiles.
• Process bulk data imports from spreadsheets and CSV files, validating format and completeness before upload.
• Ensure all records adhere to Moniebook's data standards and naming conventions.

Onboarding Data Support

• Prepare merchant accounts ahead of onboarding by populating required product, inventory, and configuration data within agreed timelines.
• Review merchant-submitted data templates for errors or missing fields and follow up to resolve gaps before entry.
• Support the setup of catalogue structures, tax configurations, and payment settings as directed by the Onboarding team.

Data Validation & Quality Assurance

• Conduct checks to identify and correct errors, duplicates, or outdated records.
• Cross-reference data across spreadsheets, CRM, and POS backend to ensure consistency.
• Flag and document data anomalies, routing them to the appropriate team for resolution.

Process & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of data entry activities, import logs, and correction history in the CRM.
• Document common errors and resolutions to build a shared knowledge base and reduce repeat mistakes.
• Identify recurring workflow bottlenecks and recommend improvements to the Operations lead.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Fulfil ad-hoc data requests from Onboarding Specialists, Account Managers, and Support teams within SLA windows.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather missing customer data without delaying onboarding timelines.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in data entry, data operations, or a similar role — preferably in SaaS, retail tech, or fintech.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of high accuracy across large data volumes.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (data cleaning, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
• Familiarity with CRM platforms or POS/back-office SaaS tools.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred

• Experience with bulk CSV imports, data migration, or catalogue management in a SaaS context.
• Exposure to retail operations, inventory systems, or point-of-sale platforms.
• Experience supporting an onboarding, implementation, or customer success team.
• The candidate should be based in Lekki, Ajah or Sangotedo.

About You

• You're obsessively detail-orientated and take genuine pride in clean, accurate data.
• You're process-driven but proactive; you follow workflows and flag problems before they escalate.
• You're a team player who understands that your work sits at the heart of the customer journey.
• You're calm under pressure and can handle high volumes without cutting corners.
• You're tech-savvy and always looking for smarter, faster ways to work.

What Success Looks Like

• 99%+ data entry accuracy across merchant account builds and catalogue uploads.
• Zero go-live delays attributable to data readiness.
• All ad-hoc data requests fulfilled within defined SLA windows
• Open task backlog kept below 5% at any given time.
• Achieve >4.5+ average rating score from Onboarding Specialists and Account Managers on data quality and turnaround.

What we can offer you

• Culture: We put our people first and prioritize the well-being of every team member. We’ve built a company where all voices are heard, and we look out for one another. Above all, we are human.
• Learning: We have a learning- and development-focused environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training.
• Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, and an annual bonus, plus other benefits.

What to expect in the hiring process

• A preliminary phone call with the recruiter.
• An interview with the hiring team.
• An interview with a member of our executive team.

Moniepoint Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.