• Application Deadline: Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Group Head of Finance


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 years


• Location Lagos


• City Lekki


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  


• Salary Range ₦400,000 - ₦500,000/month
  

Responsibilities

• The management of activities of the Finance department


• Drive the financial planning of the Chamber by analyzing its performance and risks


• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel


• Oversee all internal control operations


• Develop and execute initiatives for prompt collection of membership subscriptions and dues


• Develop and execute a corporate fundraising strategy


• Establish and manage relationships with Bankers and other financial institutions


• Manage Cashflow efficiently and ensure the Chamber meets all financial obligations in a timely fashion


• Identify and pursue grants, sponsorships, and other funding opportunities


• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance Monthly, quarterly, and annually


• Maintenance of financial ledgers and the accounting processes


• Corporate and Personal Income Tax Administration


• Preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports


• Provision of financial advice to the Chamber on resource utilization, taxation, and assumptions underlying budgets and financial forecasts


• Payroll Administration


• Internal controls and Risk Management


• Liaising with external auditors and Tax Consultants


• Evaluation and reconciliation of all assets of the Chamber


• Ensure adherence to financial policies and guidelines


• Managing own and KPIs of Finance department


• Ensuring a high level of customer service across the team, role modeling leadership behavior


• Working with the Head of the Membership department to improve revenue generation.


• Acting as a Secretary to the Finance and General Purposes Committee.


• Undertaking other roles and responsibilities as assigned by the Director General.

Qualifications

Education:

• A First Degree in Accounting or Finance.


• A Master’s Degree is an advantage


• Chartered Accountant.

Experience:

• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in a similar role – 3 of which must be in a Senior role


• Solid knowledge of financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting


• Excellent organizational and leadership skills


• An analytical and strategic mindset


• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills


• Experience in raising and managing funding from diverse sources


• Experience with a Not-for-Profit Organization will be an advantage essential essential essential.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices


• Knowledge and experience of reporting under IFRS;


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and financial management software


• Excellent social and networking skills


• Proficiency in the use of IT Tools.

Essential Skills:

• Leadership and Delegation.


• Highly organized and detail-oriented.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Excellent Presentation skills.


• An analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.


• Able to meet pre-set deadlines


• Planning, organization, and time management


• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Remuneration

N400,000 - N450,000 (gross) Monthly.