Finance Manager at Look Media Nigeria

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Job Purpose

• Responsible for budget planning, producing and reviewing financial reports, monitoring accounts and making financial forecasts. Also to develop long-term business plans based on these reports and develop strategies to minimize financial risk.

Job Duties

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
• Oversee Account/financial department employees, including financial assistants and cashiers, if any.
• Contract outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
• Track the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company
• Research and analyze financial reports and market trends
• Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Debt recovery
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.

Skills and Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a finance role
• Superior mathematical skills
• Leadership skills and experience
• Employee management
• Understanding of data privacy standards
• Deep understanding of business principles and practices
• Superior attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Planning skills
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Integrity
• Advance MS Excel skills including pivot tables
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• ICAN is an added advantage.