Head of Finance and Accounts at a Manufacturing and Trading Company - HR-EX Consulting

HR-EX Consulting - Our client, a Manufacturing and Trading company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance and Accounts

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• They seeking a Head of Finance and Accounts to join their dynamic team.
• The ideal candidate will oversee all financial activities, ensuring efficient use of company resources to achieve profitability while aligning with strategic business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with the senior management team to drive corporate success.
• Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to guide executive decision-making
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage budgets to ensure cost efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.
• Oversee cash flow planning to ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.
• Evaluate potential investments, providing recommendations to optimize returns.
• Advise on key business decisions, ensuring alignment with long-term financial goals.
• Implement risk management strategies to safeguard the company’s financial position.
• Supervise all accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other regulatory financial obligations.
• Prepare and present financial reports, including Management Accounts and Board Reports.
• Monitor and evaluate revenue and cost centers to maximize operational efficiency.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives to enhance profitability and streamline expenses.
• Ensure timely compliance with tax and other regulatory financial requirements.
• Manage external audits and maintain the confidentiality of financial records.

Key Requirements

• BSc / BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACA/ACCA certification required; MSc/MBA or additional relevant certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior finance role, with a proven track record of managing financial operations.
• Expertise in cash flow management, financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Strong knowledge of standard accounting software and data analysis.
• Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills.
• Leadership ability with a focus on team development and high integrity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@hrexng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.