Head Of Finance
Head Of Finance
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Job Description
JOB TITLE: Head Of Finance
LOCATION: Nigeria
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Hybrid
SALARY BUDGET: N30 million N35 million Gross
EXPERIENCE LENGTH: 10 12 years
SUMMARY
To provide strategic leadership and oversight for the finance department with responsibility for financial planning reporting tax and treasury management credit control revenue assurance billing and asset management.
The Head of Finance will ensure the implementation of strong internal controls adherence to regulatory requirements and alignment of financial strategies with business objectives to drive sustainable growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership and Team Oversight:
- Provide strategic direction and mentorship to unit heads including Tax and Treasury Credit Control Revenue Assurance and Billing Financial Reporting and Asset Management.
- Foster a collaborative and highperformance culture ensuring team alignment with organizational goals.
Financial Strategy and Planning:
- Develop implement and continuously evaluate financial strategies and longterm financial goals.
- Lead the preparation and management of budgets and forecasts to support business planning and growth.
- Approve and coordinate enhancements to financial and management information systems.
Tax and Treasury Management:
- Oversee tax planning to optimize the company s tax position and compliance with relevant laws.
- Manage treasury functions including cash flow planning liquidity management and financial risk mitigation.
Credit Control and Revenue Assurance:
- Supervise the credit control team to implement effective credit policies ensuring prompt collection and minimal exposure to bad debts.
- Ensure robust revenue assurance practices are in place to identify and address potential revenue leakages and optimize billing processes.
Financial Reporting and Asset Management:
- Direct the timely preparation of financial statements management reports and analytical insights for internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee asset management functions ensuring accurate tracking and auditing of company assets.
- Implement financial controls to protect the integrity of the company s assets and investments
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure all financial activities comply with federal state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
- Lead the development of risk management strategies to identify and mitigate financial risks across operations.
Operational Excellence:
- Approve and implement changes in automated financial systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Monitor and analyze cash flow cost controls and expenses to guide senior management decisions.
- Recommend initiatives to enhance financial performance and seize business opportunities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with the Managing Director CFO and other senior management members to align financial strategies with company objectives.
- Engage with external stakeholders including tax authorities external auditors and financial institutions to maintain productive relationships.
Communications and Work Relationships:
External:
- Tax Authorities
- Consultants
- External Auditors
- Banks and Financial Institutions
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in accounting Finance or a related field with a minimum of Second Class Upper.
CA ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 10 years of relevant postNYSC experience including senior leadership roles.
An MBA or master s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
Experience with a Big 4 audit firm is highly desired.
Skills:
Expertise in strategic financial planning and execution.
Strong knowledge of finance accounting budgeting and cost control principles including GAAP.
Proficiency in automated financial systems with a strong preference for knowledge in Sage and Excel.
Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Competencies:
Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to problemsolving.
High level of integrity dependability and results orientation.
Effective leadership and team development skills.
Strong analytical abilities for financial data interpretation and decisionmaking.
Work Attributes:
- Professionalism in written and verbal communication.
- Flexible schedule adaptability to meet business demands.
- Ability to manage and mentor diverse teams effectively.
Benefits
CA, ACA, or ACCA qualified with at least 10 years of relevant post-NYSC experience, including senior leadership roles, preferably in the telecommunications industry. An MBA or master s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage. Experience with a Big 4 audit firm is highly desired. Expertise in strategic financial planning and execution. Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including GAAP. Proficiency in automated financial systems, with a strong preference for knowledge in Sage and Excel. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Education
Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of Second Class Upper.
Employment Type
Full Time
