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StreSERT is a professional services organisation that offers quality stress-free solutions to corporate organisations. We offer business support and integrated solutions in different areas that ensure business objectives are achieved.
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Reports To: Group CFO and Managing Director
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Job Summary:
The Head of Finance will be responsible for leading and managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring financial health, statutory compliance, and strategic financial planning. The role will support the executive leadership with insights and analysis that drive business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency in a dynamic logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Management:
- Develop and implement the company\'s financial strategy in alignment with business goals.
- Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
- Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
- Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
Operational Finance:
- Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management.
- Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
- Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures.
Business Partnering & Support:
- Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.
- Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services.
Systems & Process Improvement:
- Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy.
- Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making.
- Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.
- Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
- Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, coldchain or related sectors.
- Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic and commercial acumen
- Strong ethical foundation and integrity
- Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Presentation skills
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