Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Summary

The CFO is responsible for managing and monitoring all financial aspects of the organization, including Financial Planning, Risk Management, oversight of accounting and reporting activities, and ensuring compliance with financial legislation. He contributes to the development and implementation of the long-term financial strategy to support the company's growth and sustainability objectives.

Main Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy:

• Development and implementation of the company's financial strategy.
• Evaluation of investment opportunities and capital structuring.
• Proposing solutions to improve financial performance,
• Ensuring long-term financial sustainability and growth.

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Coordination of the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Monitoring financial performance and carrying out financial analyzes (cash flow, profitability, etc.).
• Implementation and maintenance of financial reporting systems.

Risk Management:

• Identifying, evaluating and managing financial risks (including liquidity, currency, credit risks).
• Development and implementation of financial risk management policies.

Financial Reporting:

Ensuring the correct and timely preparation of financial statements, in accordance with local and international accounting standards.

Preparing quarterly and annual financial reports for management, the board of directors and investors.

Treasury Management:

• Monitoring cash flows and managing the company's liquidity.
• Developing and implementing working capital policies and managing relationships with banks and financial institutions.

Audit and Compliance:

• Supervising the internal and external audit process.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable financial and fiscal regulations.
• Oversight and implementation of compliance and corporate governance measures.

Team Development:

• Coordination and development of teams in the financial department.
• Establishing performance objectives and periodic evaluation of the team.

Relationship with Investors:

• Communicating and maintaining relationships with investors, shareholders and financial analysts.
• Preparing presentations for investor meetings and attending financial conferences.

Educational Qualification and Skills

• University Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar fields.
• Professional certification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CFA).
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in the financial field, of which at least 5 years in a management position.
• Experience managing finance teams and investor relations.
• Sound knowledge in financial accounting, financial management, treasury, financial analysis and risk management.
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed strategic decisions.
• Advanced knowledge of local and international tax and financial legislation.
• Leadership and the ability to manage and motivate diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions.

LOCATION:                  Lagos