Chief Financial Offier at U-Connect Human Resources Consulting

A reputable Stockbroking and Advisory Services Firm is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacant positions: 

Job Description

Strategy, Planning, and Management:

• Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to the senior executive leadership team.
• Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the organization with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide insight and recommendations for both short-term and long-term growth plans of the organization.
• Communicate, engage, and interact with the Board of Directors, CEO, COO, and Executive Leadership Team.
• Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan for growth and expansion. 
• Select and engage consultants, auditors, and regulators 
• Work with the finance, accounting, and payroll staff as required. 
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and round table discussion panel. 
• Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models. 
• Interact with and bring the department into line with the Board of Directors’ plans, initiatives, and recommendations. 
• Implement policies, procedures, and processes as deemed appropriate by the senior leadership team. 

Financial Analysis, Budgeting, and Forecasting:

• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss accounts, forecast vs. budget, and weekly cash flow reports.
• Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations. 
• Develop and maintain a monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget. 
• Manage financial planning and analysis department. Supervise the creation of reports, software implementation, and tools for budgeting and forecasting. 
• Participate in biweekly meetings with Executive Leadership Team. 
• Accounting, General Ledger, Administration, and Operations
• Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software and supervise company financial staff.
• Review and ensure the application of appropriate internal controls, compliance, and financial procedures. 
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for regulators, auditors and the company’s board of directors. 
• Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly, and annual financial statements. 
• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns. 
• Work with Human Resources to ensure an appropriate payroll system. 
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies. 
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. 
• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts, and overhead cost allocation.
• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems 
• Serve as a critical point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits. 

Financial Management:

• Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
• Oversee cash, investments, and asset management area.
• Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks.
• Maintain excellent banking relationships and strategic alliances with business partners.
• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization’s plans and operating budgets. 
• Financial Relations and Policies
• Engage the finance committee and/or board of directors to develop short-term and long-term plans, projections, and budgets.
• Represent the company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors, and officials.
• Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local, regulatory laws/ regulations regarding company operations. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• ICAN/ACCA Required
• 4 years minimum experience as a senior accountant (similar role 0in the industry is an added advantage)
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of GAAP, IFRS, NGX compliance, SEC, NASD, and FMDQ reporting.
• Background coordinating with I.T. staff to manage and/or upgrade the accounting system.
• Systems implementation experience is strongly preferred.
• “Hands-On” Integra Software experience preferred
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence – the ability to motivate staff. 
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills 
• Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues. 
• Registration with SEC as a Sponsored Individual will be an added advantage