Head, Financial Control, Reporting & Analysis at Benin Electricity Distribution Plc (BEDC)

Benin Electricity Distribution Plc. (BEDC) is one of the retail electricity distribution companies licensed by the federal government Benin Electricity Disco ("BEDC” or "Benin Disco”) is one of the successor distribution companies (Discos) created following the unbundling and privatization of the state-owned Power Utility, Power Holding Company of Nigeria Plc. BEDC is responsible for retail distribution of electricity in Delta, Edo, Ekiti, and Ondo States with geographical coverage of 55,770 square kilometers. The company operates from twenty five (25) business districts with approximately 350 offices located across the four (4) states with about 13 million people and about 4 million households.

We are recruiting to fill position below:

Job Title: Head, Financial Control, Reporting & Analysis

Locations: Edo
Job Type: Full time

Role Overview

• The job role of Head Financial Control, Reporting & Analysis is critical to ensure that the company's accounts are well prepared, analyzed and presented for accuracy, completeness and integrity.

Job Description

• Supervises day-to-day accounting operations and book-keeping including Spend Management, Receivables, etc.
• Supervises the preparation Of management accounts.
• Ensures appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.
• Ensures accurate recording and appropriate treatment of accounting data, including processing Of payables, credit adjustments on receivables, assets, inventory, etc
• Provides periodic and ad-hoc financial analysis for stakeholders.
• Maintain relationships with external auditors, regulatory authorities and other government agencies
• Oversees the coordination Of all Business Hub and HQ Accounts in line with company policy.
• Prepares periodic and ad-hoc reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Carry out other sundry assignments as directed by the Chief Financial Officer.

Minimum Requirernents

• A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounts or any related field.
• An MBA or relevant postgraduate degree is an added advantage.
• Membership of at least one of the following professional bodies is required: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
• At least 10 years' post-qualification experience in Finance and Accounts (particularly in financial control, reporting, management).

Technical Competencies:

• Strong understanding of the business of BEDC and related businesses in the electricity sector.
• Strong knowledge Of regulatory stipulations vis-å-vis financial statement.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Robust asset management skills.
• Revenue/Expenditure Management.
• Knowledge Of all relevant Financial Management processes.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Financial, Management and Cost Accounting.
• Accounting Policies & Standards.
• Business Performance Management
• Financial Management Process knowledge (Accounts Payable/ Receivable)
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software/ applications

Behavioral Competencies:

• An analytical mind-set with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Self-motivation and able to take responsibility.
• Able to manage and prioritise tasks and time efficiently.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2026.