Finance Manager at Schneider Electric Nigeria

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for accounting & taxation by ensuring coordination with the local accounting firm.  
• With the support of a local accounting firm, issue & file proper accounting tax documents (ex: invoice to customers, Tax filing to local authorities). 
• Ensure accurate Revenue Recognition (according to PoC methodology). 
• Anticipate and prepare for external audits.  
• Manage entity treasury aspects with local banks and Anglophone Africa Treasury. 
• Check actual and Forecasted Cash Flow and anticipate needs. 
• Ensure compliance. 
• Implement internal controls. 
• Division margin monitoring, forecast and analysis. 
• SFC forecast preparation and monitoring. 
• Provide inputs for monthly and quarterly closing. 
• Review and validate monthly closing activities. 

Qualifications

About You: 

• Proven track record in contributing to operational efficiency and performance in an international contex. 
• Recognized accountancy qualification e.g., ACCA. 
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field. 
• In-depth understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, cash flow management, and reconciliations. 
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management. 
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models. 
• Proficiency in accounting software. 
• Solid analytical and decision-making. 
• Experience in a Multi-cultural team environment and matrix organization is a plus. 
• Flexibility, capacity to listen and learn. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a network and a group internationally. 
• Well-organized and well-structured. 
• Clear & synthetic communication. 
• Good MS Office Skills, particularly in Excel.  
• Experience with an ERP (SAP) is an added advantage.