Finance Manager at Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited - Abia and Abuja

Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited is one of the largest manufacturing companies in Nigeria, producing and distributing some of the favourite most- loved soft drink brands in the country like; 7up, Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, H2oH!, Teem, Lipton Ice Tea and Aquafina premium drinking water. SBC boasts of nine bottling plants with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strategically located across various regions in the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Locations: Abia and Abuja

About the Role

• We are seeking a Finance Specialist with FMCG experience to join our team.
• The role will involve working closely with the Finance Manager and other stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the finance function of the business in Aba and Abuja, Nigeria
• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate records in SAP, ERP Navision / Microsoft GP, Oracle Financials, and other financial systems as required
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with the preparation of annual financial statements
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and depreciation
• Assist with the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Participate in the year-end audit process
• Other ad hoc duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAN, CPA) is preferred
• 4-6 years of relevant experience in FMCG, including experience with SAP, ERP Navision / Microsoft GP, Oracle Financials or similar financial systems
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.