CFO

Position Overview:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a critical member of the Executive Management team responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the company. This role requires a seasoned financial leader with a proven track record in the CFO role and experience in highranking organizations. The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership ensure the company s financial health and contribute to achieving business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring industrystandard practices to the finance department with a deep understanding of the food processing and agro commodity trading sectors.

Location:

• Abuja Nigeria
  

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and implement the company s financial strategy ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the CEO and Board of Directors for strategic decisionmaking.
  
• Lead longterm financial planning and risk management initiatives to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
  

2. Financial Management

• Oversee all financial management activities including budgeting forecasting financial analysis and reporting.
  
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements and reports in compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
  
• Manage the company s capital structure including debt equity and working capital to optimize financial performance.
  

3. Risk Management and Compliance

• Identify and manage financial risks including foreign exchange commodity pricing and interest rate risks.
  
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations tax laws and corporate governance standards.
  
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and the integrity of financial data.
  

4. Treasury and Cash Flow Management

• Oversee treasury operations including cash management investment strategies and financing activities.
  
• Ensure efficient management of cash flow to meet operational and strategic requirements.
  
• Manage relationships with banks financial institutions and investors to secure funding and optimize returns.
  

5. Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Lead the preparation and presentation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
  
• Conduct financial analysis to provide insights into company performance identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  
• Support business units with financial analysis cost management and performance metrics to drive profitability.
  

6. Mergers Acquisitions and Strategic Investments

• Evaluate and manage potential mergers acquisitions and strategic investments to support the company s growth strategy.
  
• Lead financial due diligence valuation and integration of acquisitions to maximize shareholder value.
  
• Provide financial leadership in joint ventures partnerships and other strategic alliances.
  

7. Team Leadership and Development

• Lead mentor and develop the finance team fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
  
• Ensure the finance team is equipped with the necessary skills and tools to support the company s objectives.
  
• Promote collaboration across departments and geographies to achieve financial goals.
  

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor s degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field.
  
• MBA or Master s degree in Finance or a relevant discipline is preferred.
  
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA CFA ACCA) is required.
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience with at least 3 years in a CFO or similar senior financial leadership role.
  
• Extensive experience in the food processing agro commodity trading or a related industry.
  
• Proven track record of managing complex financial operations in a multinational environment.
  

Skills:

• Strong strategic thinking and problemsolving skills.
  
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
  
• Superior knowledge of financial planning risk management and financial analysis.
  
• Indepth understanding of global financial markets accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
  
• Proficient in financial software and ERP systems such as Odoo SAP Pinnacle.
  
• Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Vision: Ability to align financial strategies with overall business goals.
  
• Risk Management: Expertise in identifying and mitigating financial risks in a global context.
  
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and inspire the finance team.
  
• Business Acumen: Deep understanding of the agro commodity and food processing industries.
  
• Integrity: High ethical standards and commitment to transparency and accountability.
  
• Adaptability: Ability to operate in a dynamic fastpaced and multicultural environment.
  

Other Requirements:

• Availability to travel both locally and internationally.
  
• Strong representation skills for the finance team.
  

Benefits

Remuneration and Benefits:

• .2 million gross per month
  
• Status Car Pension other allowances such as (out of station allowances)