• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head of Finance and Accounts



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 20 years



• Location Cross River




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Location: South-South

Type: Onsite and Full Time

Job Description

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the bank’s goals and regulatory requirements.


• Provide guidance on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to support sustainable growth.


• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accounting principles.


• Lead the financial reporting process, providing insights to aid decision-making at the executive level.


• Implement robust internal controls to manage financial risks effectively.


• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies, policies, and standards governing microfinance banking operations.


• Manage and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous development.


• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with other departments to achieve financial goals.


• Supervise treasury operations, optimizing liquidity, and managing cash flow effectively.


• Monitor investment activities and financial instruments to maximize returns while mitigating risks.


• Oversee general ledger, revenue recognition, accounts receivables & payables, intercompany, treasury, taxation, and payroll.


• Ensuring that payments to vendors and salaries are processed.


• Researching on factors influencing business performance.


• Managing relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. auditors, bankers, tax authorities and so on.

Job Requirement

• B.Sc. in Accounting, Banking & Finance, or a related field; ICAN or ACIB, and MCIB (Microfinance Certified Banker) qualifications are mandatory.


• Proven experience in a senior finance role within the microfinance banking sector, demonstrating a strong understanding of industry practices and regulations.


• Proficiency in the use of Bankone and accounting software E.g Quickbooks, Peachtree, SAP


• Sound knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to drive financial initiatives and influence stakeholders.


• Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically) and proficiency in Information Technology (IT).


• Strong organisational skills with a problem-solving attitude.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills..


• Relationship building, negotiation, problem-solving, and troubleshooting

Salary is Attractive