Chief Financial Officer at a Reputable Stockbroking and Advisory Services Firm - U-Connect Human Resource Limited

U-Connect Human Resource Limited - Our client, a reputable Stockbroking and Advisory Services Firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description
Strategy, Planning, and Management:

• Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to the senior executive leadershipteam.
• Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the organization with regard to long-termoperational goals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide insight and recommendations for both short-term and long-term growth plans ofthe organization.
• Communicate, engage, and interact with the Board of Directors, CEO, COO, and ExecutiveLeadership Team.
• Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan forgrowth and expansion.
• Select and engage consultants, auditors, and regulators
• Work with the finance, accounting, and payroll staff as required.
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and round table discussion panel.
• Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models.
• Interact with and bring the department into line with the Board of Directors’ plans, initiatives, andrecommendations.
• Implement policies, procedures, and processes as deemed appropriate by the senior leadershipteam.

Financial Analysis, Budgeting, and Forecasting:

• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and lossaccounts, forecast vs. budget, and weekly cash flow reports.
• Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.
• Develop and maintain a monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.
• Manage financial planning and analysis department. Supervise the creation of reports, software implementation, and tools for budgeting and forecasting.
• Participate in biweekly meetings with Executive Leadership Team.
• Accounting, General Ledger, Administration, and Operations
• Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems,databases and financial software and supervise company financial staff.
• Review and ensure the application of appropriate internal controls, compliance, and financialprocedures.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for regulators,auditors and the company’s board of directors.
• Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly, and annual financialstatements.
• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns.
• Work with Human Resources to ensure an appropriate payroll system.
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminatinginefficiencies.
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheetaccounts, and overhead cost allocation.
• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and controlsystems
• Serve as a critical point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of allexternal audits.

Financial Management:

• Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
• Oversee cash, investments, and asset management area.
• Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returnsand risks.
• Maintain excellent banking relationships and strategic alliances with business partners.
• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight intothe organization’s plans and operating budgets.
• Financial Relations and Policies
• Engage the finance committee and/or board of directors to develop short-term and long-termplans, projections, and budgets.
• Represent the company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors, andofficials.
• Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local, regulatory laws/regulations regarding company operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• ICAN/ACCA Required
• 4 years minimum experience as a senior accountant (similar role 0in the industry is anadded advantage)
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of GAAP, IFRS, NGX compliance, SEC, NASD, and FMDQ reporting.
• Background coordinating with I.T. staff to manage and/or upgrade the accounting system.
• Systems implementation experience is strongly preferred.
• “Hands-On” Integra Software experience preferred
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence – the ability to motivatestaff.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.
• Registration with SEC as a Sponsored Individual will be an added advantage

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2023.