Finance Manager

About this role

A Finance Manager is needed to oversee the finance and accounting function at a power generation facility. The role reports to the Plant Manager with a functional line to the Group Financial Controller and involves IFRS reporting, budgeting, treasury, taxation, internal controls and governance. The ideal candidate will work with Plant Management, Group Finance, Procurement and Inventory to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost control for Nigerian operations. The employer is Human Capital Partners (HCP), a professional services firm with a history linked to KPMG and Arthur Andersen, operating in Nigeria and registered with several professional bodies.

What you would do

• Manage the full accounting cycle including general ledger, journal entries and period-end close.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and statutory financial statements in line with IFRS and policies.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting, monitor performance against budgets and perform variance analysis.
• Oversee treasury operations, cash flow, banking, liquidity planning and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax laws, statutory filings and internal policies.
• Coordinate accounts payable and receivable reconciliations and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory reviews and address audit findings.
• Maintain internal financial controls and adherence to authorised limits and governance standards.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Inventory to ensure proper stock accounting and procedures.
• Provide timely financial information and analysis to Plant Management and Group Finance.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Professional body membership (ICAN, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Accounting (added advantage).
• 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in project or management accounting, financial reporting or similar roles.
• Experience in power generation or large industrial plants preferred.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and Nigerian accounting and tax requirements.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP modules and financial reporting systems; familiarity with Maximo is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong analytical, communication and organisational skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

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