Financial Manager at Tetra Tech Company

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Basic Responsibilities

• The Finance Manager will oversee the affairs of the finance department, manage financial planning and analysis, financial reporting and internal control management.
• The Candidate will adhere to all financial policies and procedures in budget implementation for specific departments, projects, and business needs.
• He/She prepares all statutory financial statements for all stakeholders and also supports management with the timely presentation of accurate financial reports.
• He/she will exhibit the highest level of discretion and integrity in the discharge of his/her duties.

Key Roles and Duties

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company (payroll, procurement, invoicing, collections and related transactions
• Oversee financial department employees, including accountants
• Provide insightful information to aid in long-term and short-term decision making by senior executives
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and investors in formal meetings
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes.
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company.
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.
• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and investors informal meetings
• Support the organization in all financial related activities such as tax preparation, financing, and other financial needs as may be required.
• Track the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvements.
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company.
• Research and analyse financial reports and market trends.
• Any other related task deemed necessary to be performed by the Office.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other related fields from a recognized institution
• An advanced Degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field is an added advantage.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of relevant professional experience
• Demonstrable experience managing finance functions in the manufacturing sector,
• Strong grasp of accounting and finance principles and practices
• Strong expertise in developing financial models. Experience working in corporate finance is an advantage.
• Experience using ERP packages, MS Office, and other relevant analytical applications.

Soft Skills:

• Fluency in English language and a basic knowledge of Hausa language is required.
• Strong communication, organisational, planning, research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to provide technical support and training in finance and accounting systems to staff.
• Proven strategic leadership experience.
• Ability to relate with different types of stakeholders.
• Self-driven with ability to deliver under intense pressure.