Senior Financial Reporting Manager at Pan African Towers Limited

Pan African Towers Limited, is a telecommunications infrastructure and wireless service facilitator. We made our debut on the African continent, starting with initial business operations in Nigeria, in 2017; we will soon have operations in Ghana, and Liberia. We now have close to a thousand towers and operate in every city in Nigeria. We have an aggressive growth plan to reach all parts of Africa and aim to deploy up to thirty-five thousand (35,000) towers, within the next five years to help bridge the broadband coverage gap in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Financial Reporting Manager

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

About the Role

• The position of Senior Financial Reporting Manager is a key role driving excellence in financial reporting and strategic financial management.
• As a vital member of our finance team, will lead the financial reporting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in our financial statements.
• Your responsibilities encompass overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial reports, liaising with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data, and ensuring timely and accurate submission of financial information to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial reporting policies, procedures, and documentation in accordance with best practices and industry standards.
• Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reports.
• Stay updated with accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory changes to ensure the organisation's financial practices comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide necessary information and support during audits, address any audit findings, and implement recommendations for improvement
• Conduct financial analysis and performance reviews to identify trends, variances, and areas of improvement.
• Prepare forecasts and budgets and provide insights to management for strategic decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting processes, enhance data accuracy, and implement efficient systems or tools.
• Interact with senior management, stakeholders, and external parties such as regulators, investors, and tax authorities. Communicate financial results, interpret financial data, and address inquiries or concerns.
• Other duties assigned by line manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 (five) years experience in financial reporting. accounting, or auditing.
• Proficient in accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards (e.g., IFRS).
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines (e.g., SEC regulations).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Excel.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and aspart of a team.

Application Closing Date
16th February, 2024.