Head of Finance at Willers Solutions Limited

Willers Solutions Limited - Our client, a reputable firm located in Lagos State is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall guidance, leadership support and strategic direction in the execution of the activities of the Finance function.
• Provide broad guidelines for the articulation and documentation of operational policies, procedures and strategies.
• Provide the CEO and board with timely, complete and accurate financial information for Management/strategic business decision-making processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in line with relevant statutory requirements and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ensure effective utilization of the financial resources of the organization, including prudent capital allocation and investment, and achieving cost efficiency in line with the business objectives.
• Identify risks and long-term financial implications of corporate projects/ initiatives, and advise CEO accordingly.
• Oversee tax planning to optimize the organizations tax position and ensure tax compliance accordingly.
• Assume overall responsibility for tracking performance against defined targets.
• Ensure compliance with policies, relevant legislation and other best accounting practices.

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Minimum of B.Sc in Accounting or any other related field
• Minimum of 12 years’ experience as Head of Finance
• Prior experience working in a senior finance role in a reputable STEEL/MANUFACTURING firm with exposure to a Group structure will be an added advantage.
• Professional certification is a must
• Proven analytical and qualitative accounting/finance competencies.

Required Skills:

• Good understanding of micro and macro-economic indices and their impact on the business.
• Advanced financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of Finance best practices, International as well as Nigerian accounting and financial reporting standard
• Strong business acumen and tact, and an ability to relate with highest levels of Management at financial institutions.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2021.