Finance Manager at a Reputable Large-Scale Agricultural Business - Open Access Consulting Limited

Posted on Fri 29th May, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Open Access Consulting Limited - Our client, a reputable large-scale agricultural business with operations in livestock farming and palm oil plantation management.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Agriculture / Palm oil Production/ Animal Husbandry
Reports To: Managing Director (MD)

Description

  • Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of a multi-location agricultural and palm oil processing business. The role requires a highly analytical and disciplined finance professional with strong experience in financial management, budgeting, cost control, reporting, and operational finance within agriculture, manufacturing, or production environments.
  • The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of 7- 10 years’ hands-on experience in large-scale farming . The role is highly strategic and requires a strong leader capable of managing people, resources, and stakeholders while driving operational efficiency and business growth.
  • The Finance Manager will oversee the financial operations of a multi-location agricultural and palm oil processing business. The role requires a highly analytical and disciplined finance professional with strong experience in financial management, budgeting, cost control, reporting, and operational finance within agriculture, manufacturing, or production environments.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
  • Monitor and manage cash flow, operational expenses, and profitability.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth.
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial projections for farm and processing operations.
  • Analyze operational costs and recommend cost-saving initiatives.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

  • Monitor production and operational costs across plantation and processing sites.
  • Ensure effective budget utilization and financial discipline.
  • Track procurement expenses, staff costs, logistics, and production expenditures.
  • Conduct variance analysis and provide corrective recommendations.

Accounting & Compliance:

  • Ensure proper accounting records and documentation are maintained.
  • Supervise bookkeeping, payroll, bank reconciliations, and statutory remittances.
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial policies, and company procedures.
  • Coordinate external audits and regulatory financial reporting.

Operational Finance Coordination:

  • Work closely with plantation managers, production teams, and site supervisors on operational finance matters.
  • Monitor financial activities across all operational locations.
  • Supervise junior finance and administrative personnel at site locations.
  • Ensure proper controls for inventory, procurement, and asset management.
  • Provide financial reports and analysis for management decision-making.⁠

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
  • Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, is an added advantage.
  • 7–10 years’ experience in finance or accounting roles.
  • Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or production industries is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.

Application Closing Date
25TH June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@openaccessconsult.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.