Finance Lead MBA / MSc / MA Job

Industry: Food & Beverage
Work Mode: Hybrid
Experience: 5-7 years (minimum of 5 years of experience in FMCG)
Role Description:
The role of a Finance Lead (Nigeria) is crucial in overseeing the financial operations and strategy of the company. The Finance Lead is responsible for managing financial reporting, creating financial statements, analyzing financial data, overseeing accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They play a key role in providing financial insights and analysis to support decision-making, driving efficiency and profitability within the organization. Additionally, the Finance Lead (Nigeria) works closely with senior management to develop and implement financial policies and procedures Controller that align with the company's goals and objectives. Overall, the Finance lead plays a vital role in maintaining financial stability and driving sustainable growth for the business in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Compliance and Internal Controls
Team Leadership and Development

Perform any other duties as may assigned by Head of Finance
Skills & Experience

Finance Degree, ACA or MBA highly valued.
Total of 5-7 years of experience with minimum of 5 years’ experience in FMCG industry
Tax & Treasury Policy Experience
ERP Systems Experience
Excellent IFRS accounting/reporting skills accompanied by strong analytical skills
Strong understanding of implementing global accounting policy controls framework
Strong fundamental business technical skills (including Excel and PowerPoint) and software applications (i.e., S4Hana) Strong financial and business acumen
Experience in commercial finance within CPG or similar industry


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