Financial Controller at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Responsible for overseeing the financial health and regulatory compliance of the organization. 
• This role involves financial reporting, budgeting, cost control, risk management, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial decision-making and long-term business sustainability.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce strong internal controls to prevent fraud and financial risks
• Manage financial audits and liaise with external auditors
• Maintain accurate financial records and statutory filings
• Develop and oversee the company’s budget and financial forecasts
• Monitor budget variances and cost control measures
• Provide financial insights and recommendations for business growth
• Prepare and submit periodic reports to the CFO on the activities of the department.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory financial standards
• Oversee financial governance policies and ensure compliance with corporate policies.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any other related discipline.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as ACA, CIMA, CPA, ACCA.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience with at least three (3) years in a senior managerial position.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislations relating to the salt and seasoning manufacturing industry
• Proven experience in strategic financial planning and analysis.
• Advanced financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of finance best practices and IFRS/ international accounting and financial reporting standards
• Very sound business acumen – financial and commercial knowledge.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Working knowledge of SAP

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online