Head of Finance at Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce

About the Job
The Head of Finance is responsible for:

• The management of activities of the Finance department
• Drive the financial planning of the Chamber by analyzing its performance and risks
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations
• Develop and execute initiatives for prompt collection of membership subscription and dues
• Develop and execute a corporate fundraising strategy
• Establish and manage relationships with Bankers and other financial institutions
• Manage Cashflow efficiently and ensure the Chamber meets all financial obligations in a timely fashion
• Identify and pursue grants, sponsorships, and other funding opportunities
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance Monthly, quarterly, and annually
• Maintenance of financial ledgers and the accounting processes
• Corporate and Personal Income Tax Administration
• Preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports
• Provision of financial advice to the Chamber on resource utilization, taxation, and assumptions underlying budgets and financial forecasts
• Payroll Administration
• Internal controls and Risk Management
• Liaising with external auditors and Tax Consultants
• Evaluation and reconciliation of all assets of the Chamber
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and guidelines
• Managing KPI's of Finance department
• Ensuring a high level of customer service across the team, role modeling leadership behavior
• Working with the Head of Membership department to improve revenue generation

Requirements
Education:

• Chartered Accountant
• A First Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is an advantage

Experience:

• A minimum of 7 years relevant experience in a similar role - 3 of which must be in a senior role
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• An analytical and strategic mindset
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in raising and managing funding from diverse sources
• Experience with a Not-for-Profit Organization will be an advantage

Essential Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices
• Knowledge and experience of reporting under IFRS
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and financial management software
• Excellent social and networking skills
• Proficiency in the use of IT Tools
• Leadership and Delegation
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent Presentation skills
• Planning, organization, and time management
• Excellent interpersonal skills