Finance Manager at Fort Knox Group

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational objectives.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations for cost optimization and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax laws, and financial reporting standards.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain effective internal controls and financial policies.
• Conduct financial analysis and present reports to senior management to aid strategic decision-making.
• Supervise and mentor members of the finance team.
• Ensure timely filing of tax returns, statutory remittances, and other regulatory obligations.
• Evaluate financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support business planning, investment decisions, and financial modeling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, ICAN, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP systems).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.