Finance Manager at Sahara Group

Job Description

Accountabilities

• Prepare Monthly/Quarterly Financials and Management Reports
• Manage the Annual Audit Cycle to ensure timely delivery of annual financial statements (separate and consolidated)
• Develop, Implement and Monitor Appropriate Financial Systems, procedures and internal controls to support the efficient and effective operation of the Finance Unit
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Monthly and Annual Tax Returns and Filing (VAT, WHT, CGT, CIT and EDT)
• Periodically review the organization’s financial reports and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Reporting to management and stakeholders, and providing advice on how the company and future business decisions might be impacted
• Reviewing, monitoring, and managing budgets
• Support project analysis, validation of plans, and ad-hoc requests

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Finance/ Accounting / Economics or Social Science discipline
• Minimum 6-8years relevant work experience within a similar role
• Professional Accounting Certification (ACA/ ACCA) is compulsory
• Master’s degree/MBA will be an added advantage
• Good understanding and application of International Financial Reporting Standards

Skills & Competencies

• Up to date knowledge of Key financial reporting standards
• Comprehensive Knowledge and Application of Nigerian Tax Laws
• Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong financial planning, organizational, and analytical skills
• Communication and Interpersonal Relations
• Excellent Managerial Skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
• Ability to stick to time constraints
• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relationships with external parties