Chief Financial Officer at Fosad Consulting

Our Client, a non-bank financial institution in Nigeria seek to hire the services of an experienced finance professionals to ensure the continued success of the growth of the organization (Financing, Marketing & Trading) in that it provides leadership in the areas of Financial & Strategic Planning, Financial Governance & Reporting, and Operational Excellence. The role also assists the CEO with relevant guidance on key business decisions which will impact the long term business growth and profitability.

Strategic

Develops and articulate a comprehensive financial strategy for the business based on business growth and plans.Monitors the present and future capital requirements of the organization; reviews and periodically determines the long-and short-term financial objectives and policies and provides guidance/advice to Executive Management about all proposals concerning major financial policies ( dividend, fiscal and financing) of the Company, including but not limited to policies relating to the Company’s cash needs, shareholder distributions, share repurchases and investment.Liaises with other Financial Services organizations and investors as may be required, to ensure the business remains adequately funded in terms of Debts, Equity and Working Capital requirements.

Operational

Ensures the effective integration of the Company’s strategic plan with its trading activities and day-to-day operations and in so doing regularly interfaces with Strategic Business Partners to determine areas of mutual collaboration towards the achievement of goals.Reviews operating results of the Company, compares with set objectives, identifies root causes of weak performance and ensures appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results.Oversees the adequacy and soundness of the organization’s financial structure and manages investor relationships; directs and coordinates the formulation of financial programs and funding for new/continuing trades and operations towards increasing productivity & optimizing the use of capital, and maximizing returns.Monitors market trends, competitor activities & consumer preferences and positions.

Qualifications

Education:

A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting or other related area.

Experience and competencies:

A minimum of 7 years  cognate work experience in Financial / Management Accounting.Ability to network and form high profile relationships with key people in various parts of the economy.A good knowledge of trading.Ability to influence the direction of national policy..

Key Knowledge and skills required:

Business Analysis, Strategy Development and ExecutionFinance and Investment ManagementFinancial Management AccountingAssets & Liability ManagementRisk Management

Applicants who do not qualify with the above criteria need not apply as only successful candidates will be contacted.