Finance Controller

Port Harcourt - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

In partnership with our client we are seeking a Finance Controller who is not just a numbers person but a strategic financial mind with deep roots in the construction industry. This is a role for a high-calibre chartered accountant who has built their career in top-tier construction firms and understands the financial complexity that comes with large-scale projects. From project costing and budget control to compliance and financial reporting you will be the financial backbone of the organisation. If you are sharp seasoned and ready to make a real impact we want to meet you.

Who are we looking for

You are a qualified chartered accountant with a strong and proven track record in the construction industry.
You are experienced in project costing budget management and financial reporting within a fast-paced construction environment.
You are commercially astute with a deep understanding of contract revenue recognition and project profitability tracking.
You are compliance-driven with solid knowledge of tax regulations statutory reporting and accounting standards.
You are analytically strong able to provide management with clear financial insights and project viability assessments.
You are mature confident and able to operate at a senior level with minimal supervision.
You are someone who has come from a top construction firm and brings with you the standards and discipline that environment demands.

Your Responsibilities

Project Financial Management

You will prepare and monitor project budgets and cost control systems to ensure financial discipline across all sites.
You will track project profitability and cash flow providing timely updates and alerts where necessary.
You will monitor contract revenue recognition to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
You will support management with financial analysis and project viability assessments to inform key decisions.

Accounting and Reporting

You will oversee all accounting functions financial reporting and management accounts preparation.
You will prepare accurate and timely financial statements in line with regulatory and internal requirements.
You will ensure full tax compliance and statutory reporting with zero tolerance for penalties or lapses.

What Success looks like

Project budgets are prepared accurately and monitored consistently with cost variances identified and addressed early.
Cash flow is well managed across all projects ensuring no financial disruptions to operations.
Full tax and statutory compliance is maintained at all times with no penalties or regulatory issues.
Management receives clear timely and insightful financial reports that support sound decision-making.
Project profitability is tracked effectively contributing to improved financial performance across the organisation.

To be considered for this role you should have

A Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
A Chartered Accountant qualification is mandatory (ICAN ACCA or equivalent).
A minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in financial management with at least 5 years in a top construction firm.
Strong expertise in project costing budgeting and financial reporting within the construction industry.
Solid knowledge of tax compliance statutory reporting and accounting standards.
Excellent analytical communication and decision-making skills.

Challenges you may face in this role

Managing the financial complexity of multiple construction projects simultaneously each with its own budget timeline and risk profile.
Ensuring compliance in a heavily regulated environment while keeping pace with the operational demands of a construction business.
Navigating the financial unpredictability that comes with large-scale projects including cost overruns delays and contract variations.
Providing accurate financial forecasts in an industry where project timelines and costs can shift rapidly.

The Goodies

Relocation allowance.
Housing allowance.
Health insurance (HMO).
Pension.
Leave allowance.
Fitness (gym) allowance.
Clothing allowance.
13th month bonus.