Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at LandWey Investment Limited

LandWey Investment Limited - We take pride in creating opportunities for corporates and individuals in Nigeria's Real Estate Sector. We are a Real Estate investment company with development projects across the Real Estate spectrum. We operate within the commercial, retail and residential property segments and provide real estate advisory services. Our success is built on our asset base which is valued as one of the largest in the Nigerian Real Estate sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full time

Job Overview

• As the CFO, you will play a critical role in driving our financial strategy, managing financial operations, and providing strategic guidance to support our growth and profitability objectives.
• You will oversee all financial aspects of the company and its subsidiaries, ensuring accurate reporting, sound financial decision-making, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• This is a high-level leadership position that requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
• The person will ensure internal controls are effectively in place and functional.
• He/she will also ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulation.
• This job reports to the GMD and the incumbent shall function in accordance with the applicable policies and regulations.
• The goal is to protect the company and its subsidiaries revenues and profits to achieve full financial control and sustainable growth.

Planning:

• Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
• Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
• Develop financial and tax strategies
• Manage the capital request and budgeting processes
• Prepare and present financial data
• Plan the organization’s financial strategy
• Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
• Develop performance measures and monitoring systems that support the company's strategic direction.

Operations:

• Participate in key decisions as a member of the management team
• Oversee the financial operations of subsidiary companies
• Manage any third parties to which accounting or finance functions have been outsourced
• Oversee the company and its subsidiaries transaction processing systems
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
• Manage team of financial controllers and financial analysts.
• Implement operational best practices

Risk Management:

• Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
• Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
• Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
• Report risk issues to the audit committee of the board of directors
• Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks

Funding:

• Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts
• Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
• Arrange for debt financing and equity financing
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate and assigned.

Competencies

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience as Chief Financial Officer
• B.Sc / BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA
• Master's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• MBA in Finance is a plus
• ICAN Certified
• Outstanding track record in influencing decision making within a business and improving performance with substantial positive profit impact
• Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
• Excellent knowledge of corporate financial law.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to analyse and present financial data
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.