Finance Manager at African Naturalistas

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and statements
• Assess financing alternatives by considering risk, return, and market conditions
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and budgets
• Monitor the cash flow of the company to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet cash flow needs
• Prepare analysis of financing needs for major capital equipment purchases, working capital, and other financing needs
• Prepare and monitor the company's credit facility and develop Credit policies
• Prepare periodic financial reports for the company
• Engage supplier negotiations
• Ensuring legal compliance of the organisation’s financial activities.
• Producing financial projections based on data analysis.
• Conducting regular financial audits to establish the organisation’s credibility and increase investor confidence.
• Proactively implementing cost-cutting strategies as and when needed.
• Monitor organizations performance
• Supervise execution of financial processes
• Developing financial and tax strategies that protect and optimise the company’s resources
• Manage financial audits and work with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee the accounting department and ensure that the financial records are accurate.
• Manage relationships with banks, investors and other financial institutions to ensure that the company has access to the necessary capital to fund its operations.
• Provide financial guidance and support to other departments, including sales, marketing and operations and help achieve their objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting
• Experience with financial management software systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must live within the Lekki-Ajah-Sangotedo axis of Lagos State.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with pension and health insurance.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to be part of a fast-growing company making an impact in the beauty industry.