Head of Finance and Administration at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the Premier Chamber of Commerce in Nigeria. It was incorporated in 1950 as a non-profit making organization, Limited by Guarantee under the Companies Act of 1948. The primary objective of the Chamber is to promote, support or oppose legislative or other measures affecting trade, industry, commerce and agriculture as well as representing the opinion of the business community on the above matters in particular, and the economy as a whole.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance and Administration

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
The successful candidate will report to: The Group Executive Director

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial management and leadership support across the business, in line with the overall corporate objectives.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements as per management requirement.
• Manage and coordinate the formulation of the financial plan and annual budgets. Monitors progress towards their achievements.
• Ensure that the organization makes all required government remittances and remits applicable taxes as and when required.
• Efficient and effective management of all financial functions of the organization and development of risk management plans.
• Implement and monitor internal controls and financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications and experience

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance or any other relevant discipline
• Must have relevant professional certifications (ICAN or ACCA)
• 8 - 10 years' accounting experience and at least 4 years in a managerial position
• Rich knowledge of accounting principles with strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS
• A good understanding of the accounts of an insurance broking firm will be an advantage but not compulsory
• High degree of Integrity and Transparency is a MUST
• Proficiency in the use of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is a MUST
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.

Application Closing Date
7th March, 2023.