Finance Manager at Willers Solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall guidance, leadership support and strategic direction in the execution of the activities of the Finance function.
• The role is of high importance within the organization structure as it would be shouldering the responsibilities for the West Africa markets.
• You would be accountable for the day to day financial operations and play a crucial role in supporting the management team on project of strategic importance in the business development and commercial arena.
• Engaging with team member across different functional areas you need to drive a culture built on strong ethics and governance
• Managing the accounting and finance, treasury, budgeting and control.
• Prior experience with an international FMCG and exposure to factory operations is highly desirable .
• Provide the CEO and board with timely, complete and accurate financial information for Management/strategic business decision-making processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in line with relevant statutory requirements and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ensure effective utilization of the financial resources of the organization, including prudent capital allocation and investment, and achieving cost efficiency in line with the business objectives.
• Identify risks and long-term financial implications of corporate projects/ initiatives, and advise CEO accordingly.
• Oversee tax planning to optimize the organizations tax position and ensure tax compliance accordingly.
• Assume overall responsibility for tracking performance against defined targets.
• Ensure compliance with policies, relevant legislation and other best accounting practices.

Minimum Qualifications/Education

• Min of B.Sc or it equivalent in Banking and Finance, Accounting or any related discipline.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant with 15+ years of cognate experience.
• Should have working knowledge of Accounting Package – Microsoft Dynamics and Sage
• Analytical , assertive and high on integrity
• Demonstrated understanding of operational dynamics.
• Good report writing and oral communication skills.
• Good knowledge and hands on practical experience and use of accounting packages and systems.
• Must not be less than 45 years of age.
• Proven analytical and qualitative accounting/finance competencies.
• Must be resident within Festac, Oshodi, Satellite Town and its environs.

Required Skills:

• Good understanding of micro and macro-economic indices and their impact on the business.
• Advanced financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of Finance best practices, International as well as Nigerian accounting and financial reporting standard
• Strong business acumen and tact, and an ability to relate with highest levels of Management at financial institutions.