Finance Manager at Logitex Reconnaissance Solutions

Logitex Reconnaissance Solutions is focused on delivering distinct value to our clients while consistently redefining the consulting market space. We are on a mission to accelerate the growth of Africa through knowledge creation and provisioning of unrivaled consultancy services by partnering with the very best minds and businesses across the globe. Our Vision is to be recognized as a reliable and consistent consulting firm delivering value and knowledge based service in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Job Code: OM-FM-042-01
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time
This position reports to: The Head, Financial Management & IT

Job Description

• The Finance Manager will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all finance & accounting activities of the organization.
• The position holder will have direct responsibility for managing accounting, receivables, payables, payroll, forecasting, budgeting, and monthly financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for month-end close and production of financial statements including reconciliation of accounts and posting of journal entries.
• Oversee the monthly billing processes including the generation of monthly statements, collections and receipts.
• Maintain the organization’s fixed asset inventory and ensure assets are tracked and entered into financial systems.
• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll and ensure that all benefits are accrued and paid accurately.
• Primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll and expense reimbursement.
• Prepare monthly financial trends and forecasts for management and analyse results for recommendations to management on how to improve financial results.
• Manage relationships with vendors and ensure accounts payable are processed timely.
• Oversee the budget process for multiple departments and offices and coordinate the preparation of the annual budgets.
• Supervise other accounting staff.
• Evaluates and advises on the financial impact of long-range strategic plans.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with executive and management teams to identify additional needs and business solutions.
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial and business performance.
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place

Educational Qualifications, Experience, and Attributed Skills

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related fields. Possession of the CFA certificate will be a plus.
• 8 - 10 years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles.
• Strong problem-solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
• A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data.
• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Application Closing Date
2nd May, 2023.