Financial Controller at Trinity Financial Services

Job Description

• A financial services company located in Victoria Island, Lagos, is in need of a well-detail-oriented and strategically minded financial controllerto lead our finance operations and provide insights for strategic decision-making.

About the Role:

• The ideal candidate must possess a deep understanding of financial modeling and the ability to simplify complex financial data for non-finance stakeholders.
• The financial controllerwill be responsible for managing and handling the financial activities and reports of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the annual budgeting process and provide monthly/quarterly rolling forecasts.
• Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and present insights to the executive team.
• Strategic Growth: Analyze market trends and competitor data to identify opportunities for expansion or cost-saving.
• Risk Management: Ensure compliance with local and federal regulations while maintaining robust internal controls.
• Team Leadership: Oversee accounting/accounts payable/receivable teams and foster a culture of professional development.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor liquidity and manage investment strategies to optimize company capital.

Qualification & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (MBA preferred and ACA required).
• Experience: 8 +years in a finance role, with a good knowledge of BankOne software
• Proficiency in BankOne software and advanced mastery of Excel and PowerPoint are a must
• Analytical Rigor: A proven track record of using data to solve complex business problems.
• Communication and financial presentation through PowerPoint.