Finance Manager

The role is responsible for supporting the implementation of financial controls financial strategy budgeting tax management financial reporting and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting effective financial planning regulatory compliance and sound financial management across the organisation.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of accounting records for assigned areas including liabilities equity and expense ledgers.
  
• Ensure timely preparation and finalisation of quarterly earnings forecasts.
  
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the Trading Desk.
  
• Ensure timely submission of BDC returns to the CBN.
  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date intercompany reconciliations.
  
• Coordinate month-end quarter-end and year-end financial close processes for assigned areas.
  
• Support the timely completion of audits and submission of draft audited financial statements to the CFO.
  

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
  
• Assist with budget reviews and revisions as required.
  
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and provide relevant insights.
  

Tax Management

• Support the implementation of the Groups tax strategy and framework.
  
• Support effective tax planning compliance and management activities.
  

Regulatory Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required regulatory returns.
  
• Maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations CBN requirements and industry standards.
  
• Proactively identify and address potential compliance gaps to ensure zero regulatory infractions.
  

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.
  
• Support the development and execution of organisational strategic plans through relevant financial analysis and insights.
  
• Identify trends risks and opportunities that may impact financial performance.
  

Financial Controls & Other Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of effective financial controls and processes.
  
• Ensure effective management of the Finance aspect of the Expense Portal.
  
• Provide timely financial support and analysis to the CFO and other relevant stakeholders.
  
• Perform other finance-related responsibilities as may be assigned.