Finance Lead

Industry: Food & Beverage

Work Mode: Hybrid

Experience: 57 years (minimum of 5 years of experience in FMCG)

Role Description:

The role of a Finance Lead (Nigeria) is crucial in overseeing the financial operations and strategy of the company. The Finance Lead is responsible for managing financial reporting creating financial statements analyzing financial data overseeing accounting operations budgeting forecasting and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They play a key role in providing financial insights and analysis to support decisionmaking driving efficiency and profitability within the organization. Additionally the Finance Lead (Nigeria) works closely with senior management to develop and implement financial policies and procedures Controller that align with the company's goals and objectives. Overall the Finance lead plays a vital role in maintaining financial stability and driving sustainable growth for the business in Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Compliance and Internal Controls
• Team Leadership and Development

Perform any other duties as may assigned by Head of Finance

Skills & Experience

• Finance Degree ACA or MBA highly valued.
• Total of 57 years of experience with minimum of 5 years’ experience in FMCG industry
• Tax & Treasury Policy Experience
• ERP Systems Experience
• Excellent IFRS accounting/reporting skills accompanied by strong analytical skills
• Strong understanding of implementing global accounting policy controls framework
• Strong fundamental business technical skills (including Excel and PowerPoint) and software applications (i.e. S4Hana) Strong financial and business acumen
• Experience in commercial finance within CPG or similar industry