Head of Finance at Duplo | Jobs in Nigeria

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time
Department: Finance

Job Description

• This is a unique opportunity. You’ll have the responsibility and resources to take a significant part in the creation of a paradigm-changing product that will impact millions.
• The Head of Finance will oversee all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning, treasury management, banking relationships, treasury management, risk management, record-keeping, and financial reporting.
• The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader with strategic thinking and expert knowledge in all areas of finance, accounting, and economic regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for all financial accounting and reporting, including but not limited to the following functions: payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, general ledger, fixed assets, and bank reconciliation.
• Manage the preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, reports to internal and external stakeholders
• Develops finance organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction and establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
• Work closely with the CEO to optimize the financial and operational performance of the company.
• Stay abreast of auditing, tax, and other financial regulations to ensure compliance and prompt adaptation of financial processes.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions, investment managers, and external advisors to ensure optimal service and compliance with all financial and investment regulations.
• Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
• Ensure financial policies and procedures are adhered to, promoting transparency and accountability

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree (concentration in accounting or finance) preferred
• 7+  years of work experience in Audit, Finance, Treasury Management  and Accounting
• ACCA/ICAN certification is an added advantage
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and financial modeling.
• Experience in investor relations
• Previous startup experience preferred
• Expert in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics (Nav), QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite
• Strong priority and time management skills; strong oral and written communication skills