• Application Deadline:
• Position: Regional Finance Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 10 years



• Location Nigeria




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Purpose

To lead financial planning, control, reporting, and risk management across the region, ensuring strong financial performance, compliance, and alignment with corporate strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Develop and manage regional budgets, forecasts, and financial models


• Track performance vs. budget and provide variance analysis


• Support strategic decision-making through insights and recommendations

Financial Reporting

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting


• Ensure accuracy and compliance with IFRS and company policies


• Consolidate financials across plants or subsidiaries in the region

Cost Control & Efficiency

• Monitor production and operating costs in cement plants


• Drive cost optimization initiatives


• Analyze cost drivers (energy, logistics, raw materials)

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies


• Strengthen internal controls and audit processes


• Manage relationships with auditors (internal & external)

Cash Flow & Treasury Oversight

• Monitor working capital (inventory, receivables, payables)


• Ensure liquidity management across the region


• Support treasury in funding and capital allocation

Business Partnering

• Partner with plant managers, operations, and commercial teams


• Provide financial insights to support pricing, sales, and investment decisions


• Act as a strategic advisor to regional leadership

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop regional finance teams


• Set performance targets and ensure capability building


• Drive a culture of accountability and high performance

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics


• Professional certification required:  ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Experience

• Typically 10+ years of finance experience

Experience in: 

• Manufacturing (preferably cement or heavy industry)


• Multi-plant or regional operations


• Prior experience in a senior finance or managerial role

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial modelling & analytical skills


• Deep knowledge of cost accounting in manufacturing


• Leadership & team management


• Business acumen and strategic thinking


• Strong communication & stakeholder engagement


• High integrity and attention to detail

KPIs / Performance Metrics

• Budget vs actual performance


• Cost reduction targets


• Cash flow and working capital efficiency


• Audit and compliance scores


• Profitability of regional operations

Reporting Line

• Usually reports to: Regional CFO, Pan Africa


• Works closely with: Plant Heads of Finance, Country CFOs, Corporate Finance Team