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Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Lagos
Responsibilities:
• Will be responsible for overall management of the financial department including the accounting, budget preparation and monitoring of performance against this, treasury management, the application of international financial reporting standards, the implementation of appropriate internal controls and strategic financial planning.
• She/he will provide financial information needed to make informed decisions regarding the strategic direction of the company.
• She/he will oversee the implementation of the annual budget and develop a financial systems infrastructure to meet the organization's continued growth and expansion needs.
• Provide leadership for effective implementation, measurement and the oversight of financial decisions.
• Formulate and implement finance policies and procedures.
• Drive the transition from the current Nigeria Accounting Standard Board (NASS) standards to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Actively monitor and manage the budget and the budgeting process.
• Monitor actual performance against budget using appropriate measurement tools.
• Monitor performance of the organization against other industry participants.
• Oversee the approval and processing of revenue, expenditure and account maintenance and data entry.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial statements, financial statements, financial reports special analyses and information reports.
• Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses, reports and recommendations.
• Develop and direct the implementation of strategic business and or operational plans, projects, programs and systems.
• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and expenses to guide business leaders. Analyze financial statements to pinpoint potential weak areas.
• Establish and implement short and long range finance Departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes:
• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance from a reputable institution.
• A relevant professional qualification i.e. ACCA, CA or ACA is essential.
• Minimum of 6 years finance related experience with at least 2 years as the Finance Manager for a reputable insurance company.
• Must be computer literate, particularly with Microsoft Office software and Insurance specific IT software and be able to work in a team based multi cultural environment.
• The ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts.
• The ability to work effectively in a professional environment.
• Strong understanding of Insurance regulations and management.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial ability in a complex organization.
• Thorough IFRS knowledge with the ability to implement the requirements of these Standards.
Method of Application:
Please quote the position as the subject of your e-mail and send your current CV (prepared as word/adobe document and saved with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection criteria and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail address of 3 referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities. The email should be sent to: jobs@spnsng.com
Deadline: 14th October, 2011