• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head of Finance


• Job Type Full Time


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


• Experience 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Description

• We are currently in search of a skilled finance professional to fill the position of Head of Finance for our client, a leading Oil and Gas Company.


• The ideal candidate will provide financial advisory and services to assure cash flow adequacy, optimal gearing, near and long-term liquidity required to actualise the business’ profitability. Additionally, oversee all accounting functions as well as ensure adherence to regulatory and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounting services. This includes monthly financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, 5-year financial plans and all statutory financial reporting.


• Play a key role in the formulation of the business's strategy.


• Assure near-term cash flow and availability of longer-term liquidity for operations, profits and growth and ensure appropriate treasury controls.


• Responsible for managing the relationship with financial institutions, ensuring an optimally geared profile – overseeing the company’s banking and loan arrangements.


• Managing and overseeing the taxation affairs of the organization and liaising with the external tax firm for specialist advice.


• Manage the budget preparation, disbursement, monitoring, reporting and evaluation activities.7. Conduct investment appraisal and analysis.


• Managing hedging and foreign currencies


• Accountable for developing, overseeing and managing compliance with the (Financial) Manual of Authorities


• Overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, Financial and Management Accounting functions


• Overseeing commercial decision-making from tender analysis, margin analysis, pricing analysis etc.


• Managing the fixed assets register; ensure all assets are properly identified, amortized and disposed of.


• Advising and implementing best practice methods to increase revenue and reduce costs.


• Advising on market changes and providing strategic financial recommendations.


• Support the Internal Audit team to achieve regulatory compliance – both financial and business.


• Own and implement whistle-blowing, fraud prevention and detection activities.


• Responsible for managing finance staff across the Company (including learning and development)

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or a related field.


• Relevant accounting professional certification e.g., ICAN, ACA etc. is mandatory.


• An MBA will be an added advantage.


• Must have at least 10 years' experience in a management role, with proven capacity to lead a high-performance cross-functional team.


• Experience in Legislative and Regulatory financial reporting, Risk Management and Compliance and Business knowledge


• Interpersonal skills with the ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• High Level of Integrity