Financial Controller (Reporting Analyst)

About this role

The role of Financial Controller (Reporting Analyst) is based in Lagos and reports to the finance team. It focuses on supporting financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and financial control activities for the organisation. The position involves preparing and reviewing financial reports, analysing performance, monitoring budgets and variances, maintaining records, and providing insights to aid management decisions. It also supports month-end and year-end closing, cash flow reporting, project cost analysis, account reconciliations and compliance with accounting policies and standards. The successful candidate will work with the Finance and Accounting Team and other departments to ensure accuracy and strengthen financial control processes.

What you would do

• Prepare periodic financial reports, management accounts and performance summaries.
• Compile and analyse financial data to assess revenue, expenditure, profitability and overall financial performance.
• Review financial reports for accuracy, completeness and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Analyse actual results against budgets and forecasts and communicate variances.
• Prepare dashboards, schedules and reports to support management decisions.
• Ensure financial information is documented, reconciled and presented on time.
• Assist in the preparation of annual and departmental budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor actual expenditure and revenue against budgets and identify variances.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities with schedules and reconciliations.
• Monitor project costs and collaborate with teams to obtain accurate information for cost analysis.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• 4-6 years of experience in financial reporting, accounting or financial analysis.
• Experience preparing management accounts and monitoring budget variances.
• Experience with account reconciliations, month-end closing and financial documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure or project-based industries is an advantage.
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles and accounting standards.
• Understanding of management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Familiarity with internal controls, audit requirements and financial compliance procedures.
• Knowledge of cash flow reporting, receivables, payables and working capital.

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