Financial Accountant

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5-7years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Leadership & Strategic Support

Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial management with business strategy.
Provide strategic financial insights to executive management for business expansion and sustainability.

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee the preparation of accurate timely and insightful financial statements and management reports.
Ensure compliance with IFRS and all statutory reporting obligations.
Manage external audits and liaise with regulatory bodies auditors and financial institutions.
Supervise monthly and year-end closing processes to maintain transparency and integrity.

Budgeting Forecasting & Analysis

Lead the budgeting and financial planning cycle.
Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to guide strategic decisions.
Develop financial models and business forecasts to support growth initiatives.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive profitability improvement.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

Manage cash flow planning forecasting and reporting to ensure liquidity and operational continuity.
Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee investment and loan facilities.
Implement strategies to optimize working capital and mitigate financial risks.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Strengthen internal control systems policies and procedures.
Ensure adherence to tax regulatory and financial reporting standards.
Oversee internal audit processes and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

Requirements

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or Economics.
MBA or Masters in Finance is an added advantage.
ACA ACCA or CPA certification is required.

Experience

6-8 years of progressive finance experience with at least 4 years in a senior management role (experience in one of the Big 4 is an added advantage)
Strong background in financial planning analysis and reporting within the oil and gas or related sector.
Demonstrated experience managing audits compliance and ERP systems (e.g. Zoho SAP Oracle).

Knowledge & Skills

Deep understanding of IFRS Nigerian tax laws and regulatory compliance.
Exceptional analytical strategic and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and financial management tools.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Training and career development opportunities.
A collaborative and innovative workplace that values excellence and growth.

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