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About the Job

• The ideal candidate will oversee the effective maintenance of the Company's accounting books and finances, as well as review and manage the Company's financial management systems and processes, financial performance and investment portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Advice on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
• Control and evaluate the Company's fundraising plans and capital structure
• Providing direction and efficient management of the finance team
• Managing the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting
• Ensure fiscal integrity, including preparation of annual budget, procurement plans and financial statement, that accurately reflect the status of the Company
• Lead development of a Financial Knowledge Management Framework and system for the Company.

Requirements

• B.Sc / BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; M.Sc / MBA is an advantage.
• Possess relevant certifications commensurate with the position not limited to ACCA, ICAN or CFA qualifications.
• The candidate should have 10+ years of progressive experience, with at least 5 years in top management/ executive position, for a major company or division of a large corporation.
• In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of the global commodities exchange market.
• Experience in soliciting, developing, servicing and structuring a wide range of financial instruments and associated techniques across asset classes.
• Strong financial management skills, including best practice in project financing, budget preparation, financial analysis, decision making and reporting.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office and financial management software.
• High level strategic thinking and ability to envision, as well as convey the economic imperatives and subscribers’ benefits, of the Company.
• Strong communication skills, emphasizing clarity and concise style of presentation.
• Conversational level skills in either Arabic, French or Hausa languages are desirable.

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About the Job

• The ideal candidate will manage the overall operations of the company as well as develop and implement strategies, through managing operations, financial performance, investment portfolio and stakeholders’ relationships, to sustainably leverage global commodity market trends and movements.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Board to fulfil the Company’s vision, mission, strategic objectives and uphold its values.
• Develop the Company’s global brand, to facilitate commodity transactions, through partnerships and networks that provide high-level pedigree and access across continents.
• Lead the periodic review of the Company’s business philosophy, vision, mission and core values, relating these to market opportunities, financial models and forecasts, as well taking initiative to address gaps, within the Company’s governance framework.
• Cultivate trust-based relations with business partners, technical partners, shareholders, subscribers and regulatory authorities.
• Supervise, guide and delegate duties to Executive Directors and other sub-ordinates.
• Provide clarity in communicating Company policies, guidelines and procedures as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field.
• A higher degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years related work experience, with at least 5 years in top management/ executive position, with deep knowledge and understanding of commodities derivative solutions.
• Knowledge of financial instruments and associated techniques across asset classes.
• In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of the global commodities exchange market.
• Excellent grasp of global trends in technology, associated policy drives and global alignments on technology adoption, adaptation, safety and sustainable development.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies, with at least one being an internationally recognized professional institution. Fellowship of such institution is an advantage.
• Verifiable international network of professionals, organizations and commodity traders, with large volume transactions is an asset.
• High level strategic thinking and ability to envision, as well as convey the economic imperatives and subscribers’ benefits, of the Company.
• Strong communication skills, emphasizing clarity and concise style of presentation.
• Conversational level skills in either Arabic, French or Hausa languages are desirable.