One of the leading FMCG Conglomerates in Nigeria, which is listed at the Nigerian Stock Exchange and part of an international group, is recruiting three senior finance members, due to rapid growth in the base business and the opening up of a new significant JV. The group operate several successful companies and JVs in Nigeria. As part of their requirements for the current expansion programs, they are looking out for vibrant, energetic and intelligent senior finance leaders that have the potential to grow within the organization and eventually take on further leadership roles. To succeed the candidate will need to display history of extraordinary achievements and results.

• Provide financial leadership to the business, oversee the controls, budgets and act as an interface with accounting
• Ensure financial targets are met and drive the business planning process
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliation reviews to highlight any profit risks and opportunities, on a monthly basis.
• Drive category margins through SKU profitability assessments and reports.
• Drive the weekly financial reporting process and effective overhead controls.
• Ensure timely submission of budget and forecast to the group.
• Ensure that the company’s assets are safe-guarded by working closely with internal audit to ensure that appropriate levels of controls are in place and addressed.

• ICAN ACA or ACCA qualification.
• At least 10 years post NYSC experience in an FMCG outfit.
• Must have demonstrated experience in financial accounting, budget preparation as well as systems developments and financial controls.
• Manufacturing and costing experience.
• Critical to this position is interpersonal skills and effective communication both verbal and written.
• Strong system knowledge of ERP and financial modelling tools. Mfg Pro and Hyperion experience would be an advantage.
• It is very important that the applicant shows an alignment 10 the company’s values (Courage, Accountability, Networking, Drive & Oneness) plus a track record of very strong intellectual capabilities.