Finance and Administration Manager at Bayer MaterialScience

Bayer MaterialScience (BMS) is a renowned supplier of high-tech polymers and develops innovative product solutions for a wide variety of everyday uses. Products holding leading positions on the world market account for a large proportion of its sales.

The subgroup’s portfolio is divided into three business units:

• Polyurethanes
• Polycarbonates
• Coatings, Adhesives, Specialties

We are recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• Manage the administration of the Legal Entity in Nigeria and supervise Corporate Services including Finance, Accounting, Admin, HR and Legal responsibilities
• In the absence of managing director, Defend Bayer’s interests in the country, both internally and externally
• Ensure the correct structural and functional environment to provide cost effective services to all Business Groups
• Plans, administers and reviews the financial and accounting operations of the organization together with Regional CFO
• Manage procurement operations of the organization in close cooperation with Regional Procurement.
• Manage local IT of the organization in close cooperation with Regional IT.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Run the companies accounts, ensuring compliance in all activities
• Co-ordinate and operate HR and payroll activities
• Prepare annual budget and forecast including management reporting
• Ensure adequate reporting into corporate systems, including but not limited to monthly expense reports, yearly closing reports, payroll overviews and fixed asset reports
• Establish and maintain proper control procedures for all accounting related issues and ensure that the company complies with all legal, tax and other regulatory regimes in coordination with Regional CFO
• Ensure adequate personnel related insurance coverage and be responsible for insurance policies in coordination with Regional HR//BP
• Select, maintain, and manage a supplier base that is financially sound, technically competent, and strategically aligned in coordination with Regional procurement
• Ensure proper IT services in coordination with Regional IT
• Communicate with local MD and Regional CFO about relevant events

Desired Skills and Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration plus a professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills and team spirit
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Leadership and Organizational Skills
• Good analytical skills

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online