Chief Finance Officer at Smart Partners Consulting Limited

Smart Partners Consulting Limited - Our client in the 'Investment Space' is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Finance Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Brief

• We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to perform effective risk management and plan the organization’s financial strategy. It is a very important and complex role since an organization can only survive if it actively investigates and safeguards its finances.

Responsibilities

• Drive the company’s financial planning
• Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
• Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
• Supervise all finance personnel
• Manage vendor relationships
• Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
• Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system
• Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies
• Manage team of financial controllers and financial analysts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years Proven experience as CFO, finance manager or relevant role
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP)
• Ability to strategize and solve problems
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
• CPA is a strong advantage
• BSc / BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus. Relevant certifications are very important.
• Work experience in foreign businesses in Nigeria is an add advantage.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2020.