Corporate Finance Manager at Landmark Africa Group

Landmark Africa is a leading real estate and property development company with a real estate portfolio of over 130,000sqm of mixed-use office, leisure and residential space for multinational and domestic companies in Nigeria. Since opening our doors in 1997, Landmark Africa has provided serviced offices, real estate development, bespoke market research, and advisory services to over 5000 organizations including a vast network of blue chip companies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Corporate Finance Manager

Location: Lagos

Role

• The position of the Corporate Finance Managers of the Landmark Group is a responsible high-level position that is result oriented and driven by value creation with the primary responsibility of for identifying and securing merger and acquisition deals, managing and investing large monetary funds, and buying and selling financial products, maximise bottom line opportunities for the business.
• Your responsibilities shall therefore include but not be limited to the following and as may from time to tome modified to meet the needs of the Employer’s business:

Responsibilities
The Corporate Finance Manager will be expected to:

• Fund Raising for Capital Projects.
• Identify, assess, and complete all necessary actions to meet the project(s) or group level funding requirements of the Company ensure timely availability of financing for the Group’s projects at the most competitive terms
• Prepare pitch decks, investment memoranda and investment proposals for the Group’s pipeline developments and prospects.
• Provide support to the Management in decision making associated with debt and equity and funding, identify any project or risk management problems and provide suitable solutions to mitigate the risk exposures;
• Report on fund raising activities at the Group’s Management Team Meetings, Board Meetings and any such other time/ day as may be required.

Post Fund Raising:

• Co-ordinate the drawdown/repayment formalities for debt facilities and monitor compliance with financing conditions, covenants and obligation
• Work with the project development teams to ensure timely compliance with all financial conditions precedents and subsequent required to meet the Groups obligations

Others:

• Prepare comprehensive financial models for the Projects to deliver cash flow forecasts, scenario analysis, risk assessment and return analysis. Models should contain detailed calculations including (but not restricted to) the following: revenue (based on a payment mechanism); funding calculations (draw down of debt, interest accrued, debt amortization etc); tax computation; working capital; accounting treatment of capital expenditure; debt coverage ratios; investor returns and generally ensure that the Company’s financial statements are consistent with standard accounting practices applicable.
• Deliver cash flow forecasts, scenario analysis, risk assessment and return analysis. Models should contain detailed calculations including (but not restricted to) the following: revenue (based on a payment mechanism); funding calculations (draw down of debt, interest accrued, debt amortization etc.); tax computation; working capital; accounting treatment of capital expenditure; debt coverage ratios; investor returns and support the Accounts function in ensuring that Company’s financial statements accurately reflect financing needs and decisions.
• Support and advise the Group on financing matters on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred.
• Minimum of at least 7 years experience in the finance industry and proven leadership and management experience.
• Complete the full refinancing of the Company's Loan
• Complete the funding for the Company's Projects
• Liaise with banks, financial institutions, pension funds, rating agencies and other stakeholders in the financial community to
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking abilities
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting
• Expertise in risk management, compliance and internal controls.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Proficiency in financial software and tools
• Good knowledge of the industry is a Must
• Must be able to coordinate across teams and perform in a fast-moving organization.
• Ability to adapt to new changes.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Skilled Required:

• Expertise in financial strategy, planning, and analysis, with advanced knowledge of accounting standards.
• Leadership and management skills to oversee the finance team and ensure high performance.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities related to capital management, risk, and investments.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and advanced financial software.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements, tax laws, and corporate finance.

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