Finance Manager at Spok Capital Limited

Job Summary

This is a management position with a direct reporting line to the MD/CEO. 

Working with the CEO, the person will be responsible for the management of the Firm’s  liquidity risk, cashflow, balance sheet, Profit or Loss, Assets and Liability management, business performance reports, financial risks management, financial control and compliance. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for financial record keeping and administration- Ensure that all finances are properly administered and monitored in accordance with the firm's financial procedures and controls as well as accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the managing Director/CEO on income, expenditure, and any variation from budgets. Be prepared to provide this information as at when is needed.
• Be responsible for tracking petty cash, keeping appropriate records maintaining reconciliation providing timely accountability
• Maintain bank records, perform bank reconciliations, and deal with the banks on all financial and banking operations matters 
• Preparation of statutory report for regulators
• Work with External Auditors to prepare the annual audited accounts 
• Regulatory tasks such as Rendition of VAT returns, Management of payee and pension deduction
• Prepare the firm’s annua business budgets based upon broad organization goals and objectives. Develop and coordinate the budgetary control procedures 
• Develop and co-ordinate budgetary control procedures to ensure that they are followed and adhered to and respond to all budget holder’s enquiries with any involved unit.
• Be responsible for monthly, quarterly annual returns and reports to necessary regulatory agencies such as SEC, NDIC, CAC, LIRS, FIRS, etc.
• Maintain records to meet regulatory and tax requirements and ensure Compliance.

Required skills and qualifications

• BA bachelor's degree in Accounting, finance, economics, business administration or a related field.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN, ACA or equivalent) with a minimum of 5+ years post qualification experience
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in financial services industry such as Banking, Insurance, Assets Management, Stockbroking etc.
• Good understanding of financial markets and financial services products 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with quick decision-making and a results-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in explaining complex financial concepts to clients.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in Nigerian tax laws and financial regulations