Financial Controller

About this role

A Financial Controller is needed to oversee financial operations, reporting and internal controls for a business management firm serving Start-ups in Lagos. The role targets candidates with extensive experience in manufacturing or PLC environments, focusing on financial integrity, compliance and strategic financial management. The employer provides corporate services including accounting and tax, with the aim of supporting clients to achieve their business goals. The position involves leading the finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining strong financial controls. Duties include budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic financial analysis for decision making.

What you would do

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s long-term objectives.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with regulatory requirements and IFRS.
• Advise on long-term planning and manage all financial elements proactively.
• Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecast updates based on actual information.
• Analyse deviations between actual results, budgets and forecasts.
• Develop and update departmental policies, processes and procedures.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity and working capital.
• Optimise banking relationships and financing to minimise costs and maximise returns.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and hedging where necessary.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision making at all levels of the organisation? (Note: maintain exact phrasing from responsibilities)

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce or related field.
• 10–15 years in finance leadership roles in medium-to-large accounting/finance departments, preferably PLC or manufacturing.
• Experience in preparing accounts, budgets and financial analysis.
• Mandatory experience in manufacturing or PLC environments.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial regulations.
• Experience in financial reporting, controls and compliance.
• Understanding of costing, inventory management and operational finance.
• Experience with audit processes and regulatory compliance.
• High accuracy, integrity and attention to detail; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA or equivalent.

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