Senior Accountant in a Pharmaceutical Company - Human Capital Partners

About this role

A Senior Accountant role based in Lagos for a pharmaceutical company. The position focuses on managing banking relationships, funding strategies, liquidity, cash flow, and compliance with financial policies to support operations and growth. The role involves oversight of payments, collections, risk management, and treasury controls, with leadership of treasury staff. It targets candidates with extensive treasury or finance experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical settings. The employer operates in the pharmaceutical sector and seeks to optimise financial resources and ensure regulatory compliance.

What you would do

• Manage daily banking transactions and relationships with banks and financial institutions
• Negotiate banking facilities, loan terms, and service agreements
• Supervise all payments to vendors, salaries, and statutory obligations
• Ensure timely cash collections and accurate cash application
• Maintain internal controls over disbursements and treasury processes
• Identify and manage financial risks including liquidity, interest rate, and FX risks
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement funding strategies for working capital and capital projects
• Support audit processes and maintain treasury documentation and controls
• Provide treasury reporting and insights for management decision-making

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 7–10 years’ experience in treasury or finance roles
• Experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
• Professional certification (ICAN or ACCA)
• Ability to manage liquidity, cash flow, and financial risk in a corporate setting

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