Chief Financial Officer - Industrial Gas Company at Deloitte

Description

Deloitte Human Capital Consulting is recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer, on behalf of its client in the Oil and Gas Industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing management and leadership to the finance department while overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to support business growth. Also, ensure financial viability and sustainability, manage financial risks, optimize resource allocation, enhance financial performance, support strategic decision-making, contribute to establishing a strong market presence and play a vital role in driving the company's financial success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial function, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making, including cost management and investment opportunities.
• Utilize financial metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track the company's financial performance.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Manage the company's treasury function, including cash flow forecasting, debt management, and investment activities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
• Oversee the internal audit function to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Translate business strategies into financial models to assess their feasibility and potential impact.
• Support the development of business plans with financial projections and forecasts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related discipline
• Master’s degree or MBA in related field is an added advantage
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years working experience with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
• Possession of any of the following certifications is an added advantage (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, CFA, or CIA) or any relevant certificate
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful financial strategies
• Excellent technical accounting skills and hands-on experience with IFRS, SEC/NGX/FRCN and other statutory/regulatory requirements
• Excellent understanding of the Nigerian Tax laws such as CITA, PAYE, CGT, VAT, WHT etc
• Excellent knowledge of Sage Accounting Package (ACCPAC)