Manager, Finance & Operations at a Global Investment Management Firm - The People Practice

The People Practice - Our client, a global investment management firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Manager, Finance & Operations

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is looking to hire a Manager, Finance & Operations who will oversee the financial health and operational processes of the organization, ensuring smooth day-to-day management of financial reporting, planning, analysis, and compliance.
• This role is critical in managing budgets, preparing financial statements, and meeting regulatory obligations, while safeguarding the company’s assets through strong internal controls.

Responsibilities
Financial Reporting, Risk & Compliance:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and performance reviews for leadership.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations, tax laws, and company policies.
• Manage the external audit process, including preparing necessary documentation and addressing audit findings.

Financial Planning, Risk & Control:

• Oversee the preparation of detailed budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor and control financial performance against budgets, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Manage cashflow to ensure liquidity and support operational needs, optimizing working capital and investment strategies.
• Provide financial insights to senior management to support long-term planning and decision-making.
• Analyze financial trends and provide actionable recommendations to drive profitability and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of business strategies by evaluating potential risks and returns.

Taxation and Audit:

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate tax returns and developing strategies to minimize liabilities.
• Conduct internal audits to evaluate internal controls and coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.
• Generate detailed reports summarizing tax positions and audit findings, highlighting risks and recommendations for management.
• Implement action plans to address audit findings and ensure ongoing compliance with tax laws and organizational policies.

Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement:

• Analyze operational processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline financial workflows.
• Oversee the implementation of financial systems and tools that enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Continuously evaluate operational policies and make recommendations to optimize performance across departments.

Vendor & Expense Management:

• Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement and service delivery.
• Oversee expense management, ensuring that costs are controlled and aligned with budgetary goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial oversight on key projects and investments

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics, Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• 5 - 8 years of proven work experience in a related position.
• Professional Certifications (ICAN/CFA/CPA) is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and proficiency in financial management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).

Must have skills:

• Good connections with regulators in the asset management industry with strong negotiation skills
• Good experience in handling audits both Internal and External
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop finance teams, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Technical Competencies (Financial Analysis, Taxation, Budgeting & Forecasting, Reporting)
• Digital Competencies (Microsoft/Google Suite proficiency, Accounting Software proficiency, Data Analysis).

Application Closing Date
3rd January, 2025.