• Application Deadline:
• Position: Finance Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

• Provide strategic management of the finance function.


• Establish and oversee the accounting policies, procedures and internal controls for the company, including but not limited to revenue recognition, cash management and controls, expense approval authorities, depreciation schedules, etc.


• Oversee the reporting of company financial activity to tax authorities.


• Facilitate organisational accountability and transparency, while providing strategic leadership.


• Set up a budgeting process for the company, and work with business heads to prepare budgets, report results, analyse variance and initiate corrective actions.


• Work with the CEO to analyse organisation operations, and to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement.


• Provide analysis, insight and advice on financial performance to the CEO and business unit leaders for sound decision-making for the company.


• Work with the CEO and the Human Resources Manager on financial management and oversight of employee benefit and compensation plans.

Operational Responsibilities 

• Support in the development and articulation of financial strategy for the company’s business growth plans.


• Monitor and improve operation costs, profitability and manage business risks.


• Ensure compliance with statutory authority and audit requirements including FIRS.


• Prepare and review annual budgets, monthly forecasts and operating results.


• Identify and research appropriate investment opportunities for the Company that maximises the returns whilst complying with our liquidity requirements. 


• Develop the forecasting models (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow)


• Prepare monthly accounts (P&L, Cash flow statements and balance sheet)


• Co-ordinate and prepare annual budgets, including operating and capital expenditure budgets.


• Ensure all company assets are monitored and accurately accounted for.


• Liaise with external advisors during the preparation of statutory financial information


• Preparation of annual statutory accounts.


• Preparation of tax computations (VAT and Company Tax).


• Prepare payroll figures and manage insurance.


• Review company internal controls.


• Actively identify and research new opportunities to reduce costs for the Company


• Actively participate in senior-level meetings/discussions, potentially related to long-term financial plans, and strategy development for various projects. 


• Evaluate, develop and implement financial and cash management systems to optimize efficiencies. 


• Assist with profit improvement opportunities for the restaurant operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.


• Relevant professional certifications e.g. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or its equivalent is mandatory.


• Minimum of 8 years cognate experience, with at least four years’ experience in a similar role in the hospitality sector.


• Good knowledge of Financial management, Cash Flow management, Management Accounting, Financial performance reporting, Financial planning, Risk management