Finance Manager
Sahara Group.com
Office
Lagos, Nigeria
Full Time
Role Accountabilities
- Prepare Monthly/Quarterly Financials and Management Reports.
- Manage the Annual Audit Cycle to ensure timely delivery of annual financial statements (separate and consolidated).
- Develop, Implement and Monitor Appropriate Financial Systems, procedures and internal controls to support the efficient and effective operation of the Finance Unit.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee Monthly and Annual Tax Returns and Filing (WHT, CGT, CIT and EDT).
- Periodically review the organization’s financial reports and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
- Reporting to management and stakeholders. Also, providing advice on how the company and future business decisions might be impacted.
- Reviewing, monitoring and managing budgets.
- Support project analysis, validation of plans and ad -hoc requests.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Finance/Accounting Economics or Social Science discipline.
- Minimum 6-8 years relevant work experience within a similar role.
- Professional Accounting Certification (ACCA) is compulsory.
- Master’s degree/MBA will be an added advantage.
- Good understanding and application of International Financial Reporting Standards.
Skills & Competencies
- Up-to-date knowledge of Key financial reporting standards.
- Comprehensive Knowledge and Application of Nigerian Tax Laws.
- Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong financial planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Communication and Interpersonal Relations
- Excellent Managerial Skill
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
- Ability to stick to time constraints
- Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relationships with external parties
