Our Client is a global leader in the telecom/data-services sectors.

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos State Department: Finance

JOB SUMMARY:

The Finance Manager who will be responsible for providing financial advice, sound business decisions and support to clients as needed, the office holder will also be responsible for organising the Region’s Accounting Department’s operation to maximise productivity and efficiency and ensure clarity in accountability and expectations amongst personnel;

DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
- Develop a strong knowledge of the Company’s financial systems architecture and capabilities in order to maximise the use and implementation of effective automated financial systems within the region, as determined by the Head of Finance;
- Make recommendations, as required, to the Head of Finance to implement improvements in financial systems and capabilities;
- Ensure accuracy of reports as well as consistent and regulatory compliant financial practices, achieving efficient and effective financial reporting and internal controls;
- Co-ordinate and communicate with both internal and external auditors as required, to ensure effective audits of the region’s financial operations;
- Ensure that the region is tax compliant and taking responsibility for the completion and rendering of tax returns;
- Develop strong lines of communication and co-ordination with the Lagos office in order to facilitate the accurate and timely transfer and dissemination of both financial and management information;
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting requests and analysis to support financial planning and analysis;
- Prepare regular cash forecasts, budgeting and funds management for the region ;
- Oversee the payment to suppliers of goods and services to the organization to ensure payments are made on a timely basis and in accordance with the company policies;
- Safeguard the company Assets including the implementation of regular asset counts and registers.
REQUIREMENT:
- The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent business experience and 10+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation.
- Preference will be given to candidates with ICAN, CPA or other board certified accounting certifications. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential.

APPLICATION:
Candidates that meet the above specification should please forward CVs to ‘mgtpositions@stresert.com’ using ‘FINANCE MGR ‘ as the title of the application (incorrect title will not be opened). Application closes 15th May, 2015.
Only experienced and qualified candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.