Job Title: Finance Director
Confidential – West Africa – Nigeria
Job description
Incumbent will participate in the general management of the Company, supporting a culture that places safety and the environment as top priority at all levels in the Company and provide leadership and direction to the Finance, IT and Supply Chain functions . Specifically he/ she will ensure:
Appropriate financial records are kept
All statutory accounts are submitted correctly and on time
Meaningful management accounts are prepared in a timely manner
The accounts are appropriately audited
Monitor financial processes and take action as necessary to avoid any fraudulent dealings
Manage the Company’s cash flow
Maintain a good relationship with the Company’s bankers
Take prompt action to seek payment from the Company’s debtors
Participate fully in bidding for projects and new work including:
Ensuring that accurate cost information is available
Ensuring that financial risks are identified and mitigation strategies developed
Agree optimum manning levels and structures within the Finance function and to implement the agreed plans including recruitment, staff development and succession planning
Actively recruit, mentor and develop local employees to grow local staff capability and future leadership potential.
Desired Skills and Experience
University Graduate or equivalent
Professionally qualified Chartered Accountant
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior finance management role
Preferable – substantial experience of working in or dealing with business in Africa
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High level of integrity and ethical behaviour – sets a good example
Proven record of leading and developing subordinates
Culturally aware and adept at operating in a multi-cultural environment
Highly IT literate with strong experience in ERP systems
Good team player
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