Job Description
- As the Senior Finance Analyst (HeliumCredit) you will identify and implement systems, policies and processes for the HeliumCredit business line which will improve financial monitoring, accountability and growth.
- Interested candidates must possess a strong understanding of lending principles, credit risk assessment, IFRS 9 & ECL Model, and financial analysis.
Responsibilities:
Financial Management
- Monitor the day-to-day financial operations such as invoicing, advance and reimbursements, payroll and other transactions.
- Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks and projects of the organization.
- Make estimates of funds required for the short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
- Complete financial reports, lead the month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecasts.
- Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Achieve a proper mix of equity and debt to minimize cost and maximize operational profit.
- Provide financial insight and analysis to drive the business performance of the organization.
- Evaluate the financial performance of the organization and measure returns on investments.
- Understand and calculate the risks involved in the financial activities of the organization.
- Complete tax returns and other statutory compliance requirements.
- Preparation of monthly/quarterly financial and management reporting
Budgeting and Budgetary Controls
- Monitor and track adherence to budgets for the business line.
- Prepare and manage cash flows and develop a reliable cash flow projection process and
- reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
Internal Control & Audit
- Administer implementation of the Financial & Accounting and Procurement Policies & Procedures of the organization.
- Monitoring internal financial and administrative controls.
- Ensure that monthly bank reconciliations are done on time.
- Perform internal audit whenever necessary. Coordinate all auditing activities. Preparation of annual accounts for audit and annual statutory reporting
Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACCA) with 3 - 5 years’ relevant work experience in finance management within the lending or financial services sector (preferred).
- Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of strategic financial management within the lending or financial services sector.
- Excellent use of work tools including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- A proven record of communicating complex financial issues and models in a clear-cut, concise manner to all relevant stakeholders.
- Proven analytical and modeling skills and must be both commercially astute and a confident communicator.
- A good understanding and experience of the financial compliance issues in Nigeria.
- Proven ability to review and challenge assumptions within detailed financial forecasts.
- Excellent communication, business presentation, persuasion, and analytical skills
- Digital savviness – driving the use of digital tools in the function.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools
- Strong understanding & skill set developed in cloud-based technologies & utilizing technology to drive productivity.
- First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline from a reputable institution