Finance Business Partner at Interswitch Group

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Business Partner

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner who'll be responsible for coordinating the acquisition of structured finance projects: define the offers, make the deals, coordinate the negotiation processes. Build and manage portfolios of structured finance projects.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the allocated business leader to manage the budget and finances of their business or function, ensuring that all financial activity is within the stipulated guidelines to protect the financial health of the organisation.
• Provide sound advise on business decisions to enable business leaders to make financial decisions that will contribute to the continued growth of the organisation.
• Identify and highlight and financial risks within the allocated area and recommend and implement potential mitigation strategies to minimise financial loss to the business.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process, taking into consideration the Group and business strategies to ensure that the budget enables the effective operation and growth of the business.
• Undertake regular financial forecasting
• Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.
• Leverages networks to remain aware of industry developments and widen own sphere of influence.
• Monitor key financial KPIs for the business unit and highlight opportunities to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Requirements

• University First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field
• At least 5 years experience within a finance role, servicing various business units with an understanding of the end to end finance lifecycle.
• Relevant Certifications (ACCA, CFA, ICAN, etc.) are an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
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