General Manager of Finance at Paints & Coatings Manufacturers Nigeria Ltd

Must have strong analytical, strategic planning and communication skills, including an ability to work well with the chief executive officer, board members and other senior managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading, directing and coordinating all accounting and finance functions of the company
• Coordinating the preparation of internal and external financial statements
• Managing the relationship with external auditors
• Hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting and finance staff
• Overseeing regulatory reporting, including tax and compliance
• Institute and execute a proper reporting structure and system
• Institute and integrate the accounting system into the chosen ERP system (and play a lead role in implementing the ERP)
• Establish and execute robust financial processes across the company
• Manage the budget process
• Establish and maintain proper internal control systems
• Identifying and managing business risks and insurance requirements
• Take the lead role in communicating financial results to investors and shareholders

Work Experience

• At least 10 years experience in accounting or finance including a minimum of 5 years in a management role.
• Candidate must have some experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), accounting standards for private enterprises (ASPE) and/or US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Previous experience in public accounting also is highly valued.
• Candidates for GM Finance should have held positions of increasing responsibility within an accounting department, such as CFO, Senior Manager, Senior Executive of Finance.

Education

• An undergraduate degree in accounting or finance perhaps combined with an MBA (not essential)
• A chartered professional accountant designation (CPA)