Job Vacancies at HReade Limited

Job Summary
The job exists to provide strategic and functional leadership to the Finance Team at the Organisation. The role is responsible for providing financial direction, planning and accounting to the business with the aim to meet short-term and long-term financial goals while ensuring fiscal compliance & governance. The role is also responsible for managing money and cash to maximize return on investment while minimizing risk and ensure that there is proper control structure is in place in managing investments.
Primary Responsibilities

• Business strategy & financial management
• contributes to the formation of the business strategy as a business partner and ensures that all financial policies, procedures and systems are comprehensive;
• prepares the company’s annual operating plan, business financial plan and analytics;
• responsible for designing an accounting structure adequate for achieving the company’s goals and objectives;
• ensures effective control and corporate governance environment is created and embedded within the financial reporting function in line with the company policy and procedures including enterprise risk management;
• prepares and presents company’s financials at board meetings where required;
• provides adequate support to the joint venture operations;

    Funds management

• forecasts cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment;
• ensures that sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements;
• manages financial risks related to the interest rates on the company's borrowings, as well as on its foreign exchange positions;
• manages company’s equity and debt financing while maintaining banking relationships;

    Budgeting and financial forecast

• develops plans, budgets, forecasts and financial results to guide management decisions;
• responsible for preparing the company’s operating and capital expenditure budgets for management review and approval;
• responsible for budgets and ensuring goal actualization with regards to the finance and accounting function;
• provides periodic updates to the management team on budget variance;
• works closely with the management team in the formulation of overall strategic direction;
• provides consulting services to line managers within the organization, advising them of current budgetary information and working with managers to create a fiscal strategy that aligns with the goals of the organization;

    Financial analysis

• monitors financial performance by measuring and carrying out periodic analysis of company’s financial position, identifies gaps or areas of improvement that can realign company towards achieving set goals and objectives;
• responsible for presenting and reporting accurate and timely historical financial information of the ceo and board of directors;
• monitors operating expenses, recommends and implements cost cutting initiatives while still working within company’s policies.
• works closely with the sales and marketing department in costing products for the company;
• manages the capital budgeting process, based on constraint analysis and discounted cash flow analysis;
• conducts financial analysis and report as requested by executive management;

    Accounting function

• responsible for the development of policies and systems necessary for the effective running of the accounting and finance function;
• advises management on matters of fiscal procedure and importance for the organization while ensuring compliance with the financial procedures of the organization;
• handles tax matters and liaises with government bodies (lirs and firs), statutory audits and internal audits;
• recommends and manages company’s payroll structure in line with lagos state internal revenue service (lirs) standards.
• works closely with the human resources department in the effective management of payroll while ensuring that all required levies and statutory deductions are made as at when due.

Education Requirements

• minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, banking, finance or related field;
• possession of a professional accounting certification such as ican/acca is mandatory;
• mba/ master’s in finance or cfa is an added advantage.

Technical Requirements

Use of accounting software

Knowledge Requirements

• knowledgeable of local tax systems.
• knowledge of statutory and regulatory issues as well as global best practices.
• knowledgeable in ifrs

Skills Required

• writing and reporting;
• leading and supervising;
• applying expertise and technology;
• formulating strategies and concepts;
• planning and organising;
• analysing;
• following instructions and procedures.

Other Requirements
Work Experience

minimum of 5-7 years of relevant work experience in accounting and finance with at least 3-years in a leadership finance role.

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Job Summary
Drive the formulation, execution, review and update of The Company’s strategies and organization-wide plans that will ensure profitability, growth, and operational excellence and promote a positive image of the company with all stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities

    Strategic

• work with the board to set vision, mission, and annual strategic objectives;
• develop and implement long-range goals and objectives to meet business and profitability growth objectives;
• lead the company-wide annual business planning and budgeting process;
• plan and direct all company activities to achieve set goals and objectives;
• communicate key information to stakeholders as concern marketplace needs, the competitive environment, cost management, and the provision of high-quality customer-focused brands/products;
• recommend viable business opportunities or brands for consideration by the board;
• identify changes in the economic and business environment that may potentially warrant modifications to the company’s business development and operational support strategies and keep stakeholders informed of organizational and environmental changes and trends that may have an impact on current and future performance;

    Business leadership and relationship management

• drive business growth by championing business development opportunities, capital investment initiatives, operational improvements and strategic alliances and partnerships;
• lead business development activities, including; market, competitor, customer and industry analyses;
• monitor and stay abreast of industry, local and global developments, trends and events to ensure the company can improve and sustain its competitive positioning and advantage;
• outline and obtain approval for expansion strategy. recommend expansion routes including physical branch expansion and alternative sales channels;
• initiate and manage relationships with franchisors, licensors and other stakeholders to maximize business results;
• lead or support negotiations with franchisors and licensors with a heavy focus on contract terms and conditions to maximize the company’s commercial interests;
• define and implement procedures, processes and technologies that would ensure a consistent, streamlined organization that delivers the same customer response/experience at every location;
• research and recommend technologies that would ensure seamless operations at all locations. stay abreast of retail technology trends to ensure that the organization is positioned to meet the demands and requirements of the dynamic retail industry;
• ensure strong alignment between business priorities and service priorities, and facilitate excellent communication of priorities within the company;

    Operational

• develop operations strategies for the achievement of excellence and continuous improvement;
• instigate, drive and take ultimate responsibility for continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that internal processes meet business requirements;
• ensure the setting of appropriate performance standards in operations by communicating and reiterating those standards;
• ensure that store operations and maintenance expertise is provided always;
• responsible for ensuring that all new stores meet the quality standards of the franchisor or licensor. initiate and monitor all renovation and major maintenance works to ensure optimum performance of all stores;
• keep abreast of industry developments and innovations that may affect quality of service;
• ensure that all stores are operated in accordance with agreed contractual terms;

    Human resource management

• drive the implementation of strategic human resource initiatives;
• build a strong organizational culture defined by clear principles including—but not limited to—high performance, transparency, growth mindset, and customer-centricity;
• manage the performance of all direct reports. develop capability of direct reports towards the achievement of their own performance targets;
• oversee recruitment, performance and career development, welfare and motivation of all employees;

    Stakeholder management

• develop and implement engagement plans with stakeholders in support of outlined strategy;
• oversee marketing, media relations, public relations and reputation management activities;
• ensure appropriate information flow both within and outside the organization;
• ensure development and implementation of high impact community development programs, in alignment with business operations, ensuring community loyalty and support, and business sustainability;

    Legal, compliance, and risk management

• understand and mitigate key elements of the company’s risk profile;
• ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements;
• define and monitor reliable control systems;

    Reporting

• review and report regularly to the board of directors on the performance of the business
•     Any other duties assigned by the company’s board of directors.

Education Requirements

• minimum of first degree
• a post graduate qualification, preferably an mba or a relevant master’s degree

Technical Requirements

Knowledge Requirements

• evidence of strong industry/sector participation
• experience in supply chain management
• good understanding of retail value chains
• knowledge of corporate governance

Skills Required

• strategic framing (strategy development and execution)
• analytical thinking and innovation
• business/market intelligence
• system analysis and evaluation
• business continuity planning
• risk evaluation and management
• complex problem solving
• performance management
• change management
• leadership and social influence
• entrepreneurial orientation
• contract management
• excellent communication skills
• relationship management

Other Requirements

Work Experience

minimum 5 years’ management experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role

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Job Summary
The Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is primarily responsible for the financial well-being of the organization. They represent the Group’s interests in all investment and financial decisions, and in presentations and meetings related to the promotion, development, funding, delivery and evaluation of the Group’s operations within approved policy and authority limits. They provide financial projections, accounting services, and managing the financial risks of the Group. This includes financial planning and record-keeping, as well as financial reporting to the CEO and COO.
Primary Responsibilities

    Strategic

• develops and articulates a comprehensive financial and risk management strategy for the company;
• acts as chief advisor and strategist providing needed support to the group ceo and coo, employees and board with respect to the identification of financial risk, and the resolution of attendant issues;
• liaises with external financial service organizations, as may be required, to ensure the business remains adequately funded in terms of debt, equity and working capital requirements;
• expands the company’s outreach activities and referral networks to ensure valuable and effective financial partnerships and alliances are forged that facilitate growth and business expansion requirements over time;
• supports the formulation and execution of the vision and corporate strategic plan;
• actively involved in the development of long- and short-term business goals, objectives and targets as part of the company’s planning and budgeting process;
• studies, analyzes and reports on trends, opportunities for expansion and projection of future company growth;
• creates financial and tax strategies for the company;
• manages capital request and budgeting;
• creates and improves on performance measures that support the overall company’s strategy;
• contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, recommendations to strategic thinking and direction;
• works with business managers and teams to ensure the development and documentation of functional strategic plans which are presented to the executive management and board for approval;
• provide advisory services to the ceo and coo on investment and financing decisions;
• develops organization’s prospects by studying economic trends and revenue opportunities; projecting acquisition and expansion prospects; analysing organization operations; identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement; accumulating capital to fund expansion;

    Operational

• leads the formulation and execution of the group’s corporate level investment and financial management/financing programs for enhancing business growth and operating efficiency;
• defines financial targets (cash flow, required return on capital) and ensures the sourcing of external debt and equity financing required to support the long-term growth and stability of the group;
• establishes and maintains an effective financial management framework covering treasury, tax planning, financial control and management information systems (mis) processes and which support the group’s mission and business objectives and enable the effortless production of relevant periodic reports;
• develops and implements effective finance and accounting systems, processes, procedures and policies which provide effective controls in the deployment and utilization of capital and assets;
• manages the budgetary process to ensure all budgets adequately reflect periodic resource requirements and revenue estimates for the business; co-ordinates the periodic financial performance monitoring and reporting activities of the group;
• approves all finance & accounting transactions and ensures processes/procedures are effective and comply with regulatory and statutory requirements; monitors the group’s financial books/position and signs off on any adjustments to ensure effective controls;
• supervises the preparation and dispatch of periodic statutory returns to regulatory authorities as required;
• effectively manages the group’s asset, debt, cost and profitability position and establishes an appropriate framework for the prompt rendition of returns to investors, and for repayments of debt (monitors/manages facilities with financial institutions);

    Financial reporting

• ensures compliance with ifrs, gaap and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting;
• implement continuous financial monitoring and control systems to monitor the financial performance of all the businesses with regards to adherence to the budget, the expenditures, the income, the cost of operations etc;
• ensure that the group has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures to meet operational and financial targets;

    Treasury
identify and report what areas of the group are most efficient and how the group can capitalize on this information;
monitors cash balances and cash forecasts, arranges for debt and equity financing, invests funds and maintains the group’s loan portfolio;
    Financing

• where appropriate, represents the group/subsidiary to the external financing community through effective communications, participation in project financing workshops and other events;
• develops and utilizes financial models and activity-based financial analysis to provide a basis for investment decisions and business planning;
• supervises investment and raising of funds for businesses;

    communication
communicates directly, and on behalf of the ceo, with board members, executives and senior management, staff members, strategic partners, external parties and others as directed;
    management

• manage the performance of all staff in the finance and accounting function. develops capability of subordinates towards the achievement of their own performance target.
•     Any other duties that may be assigned.

Education Requirements

• minimum of first degree in accounting, finance, economics or any related field;
• relevant professional certifications e.g. chartered financial analyst, institute of chartered accountants of nigeria (ican), association of certified and chartered accountants (acca) or its equivalent is required;
• mba or a masters’ in related discipline is an added advantage

Technical Requirements

Knowledge Requirements

• evidence of strong industry/sector participation
• experience in supply chain management
• good understanding of retail value chains
• knowledge of corporate governance

Skills Required

• strategic perspective (strategy development and execution)
• leadership
• problem-solving and analytical thinking
• communication (written, verbal, presentation)
• attention to detail
• people management
• relationship management
• corporate finance
• treasury management
• financial modelling/analysis
• accounting operations
• financial performance reporting
• tax planning/ management
• cost analysis/management
• management accounting
• financial strategy
• budgeting/financial planning
• risk management

Other Requirements

Work Experience
minimum of 10 years cognate experience, 5 of which must have been in a senior management position of a similar organisation, with evidence of regular engagement with the executive team and financial partners