Head of Finance at Michael Stevens Consulting

Michael Stevens Consulting - Since its founding in 1991, Michael Stevens Consulting has grown to become a leading provider of high value Human Resources, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Outsourcing and Business Advisory solutions to multinationals, local corporate organizations, governments and multilateral organizations. Our depth of our expertise, defined by carefully selected pool of multi-disciplinary consultants, ensures that we continue to be the firm of choice to our growing list of discerning clientele.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Brief

• We are looking for a Head of Finance on behalf of our client an EPC Player to supervise all financial tasks of and ensure we use capital and resources beneficially.
• Head of Finance responsibilities include creating forecasting models, assessing risk in investments and ensuring all accounting activities comply with regulations. To be successful in this role, you should have experience crafting financial strategies and managing accounting teams.
• Ultimately, you will maintain Company’s financial health and increase profitability in the long run.

Responsibilities

• Forecast monthly, quarterly and annual results
• Approve or reject budgets
• Conduct risk management
• Evaluate and decide on investments
• Supervise a team of Accountants
• Allocate resources and manage cash flows
• Conduct profit and cost analyses
• Develop secure procedures to maintain confidential information
• Ensure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulations
• Consult board members about funding options
• Recommend cost-reducing solutions

Requirements

• B.Sc. / BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• MSc / MBA or relevant certification (e.g. ACCA is a plus}
• Must have at least 15 years work experience.
• Proven work experience as a Head of Finance, Director of Financeor similar role
• In-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping
• Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Solid analytical and decision-making skills
• Leadership abilities

Application Closing Date
10th December, 2020.