Finance Manager (Food and Beverage Industry)

About this role

A Finance Manager is needed to oversee financial operations for a company in Lagos, focusing on providing accurate financial information to support strategic decisions, profitability, and growth. The role targets candidates with experience in food-related industries and strong professional qualifications. The employer, Work Evolve Limited, is a human resources consulting firm operating in Lagos. This is a full-time position reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.

What you would do

• Oversee the company’s financial operations
• Provide accurate financial information and insights for decision-making
• Support profitability analysis and business growth initiatives
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Ensure financial controls, taxation, statutory compliance, and audits are aligned
• Manage cash flow and production costing
• Utilise ERP systems, accounting software and Excel for financial management
• Lead and communicate with the finance team
• Support strategic planning with financial analysis
• Maintain compliance with relevant financial regulations

What they are asking for

• Professional qualification such as ICAN or ACCA or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in finance and accounting in a managerial role
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field
• Experience in food manufacturing, QSR, FMCG, dairy or beverages is advantageous
• Knowledge of cost accounting, production costing, inventory management and cash flow
• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication and decision-making skills
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting abilities
• Understanding of financial controls, taxation, statutory compliance and audits

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