• Application Deadline: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Finance Manager (Logistics Company)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 10 - 11 years



• Location Lagos




• City Ikeja




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

REF NO: HOF-C25

About our client

Our client is a provider of end-to-end logistics solutions to businesses and institutions across Nigeria.

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization while supporting strategic growth in a dynamic logistics and supply chain environment. This role requires sound knowledge of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape, taxation, and logistics cost structures.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Management:

• Develop and implement the company's financial strategy in alignment with business goals.


• Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making.


• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.


• Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements.


• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Operational Finance:

• Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management.


• Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.


• Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development.


• Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures.

Business Partnering & Support:

• Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.


• Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services.

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy.


• Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making.


• Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.


• Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.


• Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.


• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.


• Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, coldchain or related sectors.


• Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems).


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic and commercial acumen


• Strong ethical foundation and integrity


• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment


• Presentation skills