Finance Manager

Responsibilities:

•  Prepare and review financial statements, management accounts, and periodic financial reports.
•  Manage manufacturing cost accounting, including production costs, raw materials, labour, and overhead allocation.
•  Monitor inventory valuation, stock movements, and cost of goods sold to ensure accurate financial records.
•  Develop and monitor budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial plans.
•  Conduct budget-versus-actual analysis, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
•  Maintain effective internal controls over financial transactions, inventory, procurement, and expenditure.
•  Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
•  Ensure timely tax computations, statutory filings, and compliance with applicable Nigerian financial regulations.
•  Monitor production costs, profit margins, operating expenses, and other key financial performance indicators.
•  Coordinate financial audits and provide supporting documentation to internal and external auditors.
•  Supervise accounting staff and ensure accurate recordkeeping and timely financial reporting.
•  Provide management with financial analysis and recommendations to support business planning and decision-making.

 Requirements:

•  Must be an ICAN/ACAqualified Chartered Accountant.
•  HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
•  5–10 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
•  Previous experience working in the manufacturing industry is mandatory.
•  Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, production costing, inventory valuation, and financial controls.
•  Proven experience in budgeting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
•  Good understanding of Nigerian tax laws, statutory compliance, and applicable financial reporting standards.
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software or ERP systems.
•  Strong analytical, organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
•  High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet reporting deadlines.