Group Finance Reporting Analyst at LifeBank Nigeria

Reporting Relationships: Will report to the CFO

Job Summary

• The Group Financial Reporting Accountant is responsible for managing the preparation and distribution of periodic financial statements for external use.
• He ensures that reports, filings and documentation comply with Life Bank's policies, procedures and regulations, as well as professional standards, FIRS and GAAP reporting guidelines.
• Would work with external auditors to provide needed data.
• This role is critical and requires the job owner to have extensive knowledge of department processes.

Job Functions

• Financial reporting and control.
• Coordinate and review monthly management reports and annual statutory accounts across the Group.
• Budgeting and Variance Analysis Reporting.
• Develop financial models, prepare forecasts and reporting tools to identify business opportunities, risk and ensure performance better.
• Treasury operations management
• Work closely with the CFO in the preparation of materials for the Board or shareholders.
• Support CFO in handling all financial compliance related matters for the Group.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting or other related disciplines.
• Must possess ACCA, ICAN, or CFA
• MBA and Treasury operations' experience would be an advantage.

Experience:

• 10 years experience, with at least 3-5 years in a similar role

Skills and Abilities:

• Have good communication skills
• Strong attention to details.
• Be persuasive, persistent and patient
• Be able to cope with pressure
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Have a mature personality
• Have good organizational and administrative skills
• Have good IT skills
• Be able to work to deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Must have a high degree of integrity and accountability
• Ability to work well with others
• Reserved and introspective
• Have a deep desire to work in the start up industry
• Technology industry awareness
• Highly organized and detailed
• Passion for people

Work Environment:

• Work in the office
• Work with computers
• Will be required to write reports
• Would be required to handle cash.