Finance Manager at Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric – As the Global Specialist in Energy Management™ and market leader in industrial automation and software, Schneider Electric enables people to experience and transform efficiency where they live and work; from home to enterprise, across the grid and the city. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the Group brings a world where innovative individuals use collaborative solutions to make the most of their energy, while using less of the common planet.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Job Requisition No.: 008DI1
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Schedule: Full-time
Dpartment: Finance

Description

• We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a passionate go-getter to assume the newly created Finance Manager position based in our Lagos office.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounting & taxation by ensuring coordination with the local accounting firm.
• With the support of a local accounting firm, issue & file proper accounting tax documents (ex: invoice to customers, Tax filing to local authorities).
• Ensure accurate Revenue Recognition (according to PoC methodology).
• Anticipate and prepare for external audits.
• Manage entity treasury aspects with local banks and Anglophone Africa Treasury.
• Check actual and Forecasted Cash Flow and anticipate needs.
• Ensure compliance.
• Implement internal controls.
• Division margin monitoring, forecast and analysis.
• SFC forecast preparation and monitoring.
• Provide inputs for monthly and quarterly closing.
• Review and validate monthly closing activities.

Qualifications
About You:

• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management.
• Proven track record in contributing to operational efficiency and performance in an international contex.
• Recognized accountancy qualification e.g., ACCA.
• In-depth understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, cash flow management, and reconciliations.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Solid analytical and decision-making.
• Experience in a Multi-cultural team environment and matrix organization is a plus.
• Flexibility, capacity to listen and learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a network and a group internationally.
• Well-organized and well-structured.
• Clear & synthetic communication.
• Good MS Office Skills, particularly in Excel.
• Experience with an ERP (SAP) is an added advantage.

Why us?
You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with significant personal responsibility and attractive development opportunities:

• Flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life.
• Optimal support on your career path through regular training opportunities.
• A dynamic and personal atmosphere, working with a globally energised team.
• A company culture that encourages performance and cooperation.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.