Finance Manager at Human Capital Partners (HCP)

About the job

• This role reports to the Business Controller. It ensures accurate reporting and analysis of the company’s financial transactions.
• It will also be responsible for effectively managing the company’s financial resources as well as recommending strategies for managing operational costs and maximizing profits.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Business Controller to develop, update and implement financial and accounting policies, procedures and strategies for the Strategic Business Unit.
• Support business leader in the development of the annual plans, budgets, forecasts and financial performance metrics to guide business operations and strategy execution.
• Work with the business controller to establish company-wide standards for system, data and processes. Develops, updates and guides the implementation of finance SOPs for the Strategic Business Unit
• Ensure the implementation of a sound accounting framework and compliance with tax and other statutory provisions for the Strategic Business Unit.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of sound financial controls across the Strategic Business Unit operations.
• Coordinate the proper capturing of financial transactions of the Strategic Business Unit accounts from all operating departments and functions.
• Prepare accurate, comprehensive and timely financial and management reports including tax, cash flow, management accounts and other statutory accounts monthly.
• Work with sister companies and group finance teams to ensure intercompany balances are regularly reconciled and variances fully investigated and resolved.
• Maintain on-going liaison with relevant external bodies/contacts e.g. regulatory organizations, auditors, solicitors, banks etc.
• Provide technical training, guidance and advice on financial accounting issues, developments and trends.
• Review weekly reports submitted by various departments and functional units and presents timely reports to the business leader.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies and procedures and comply with safe work methods as required.
• Perform any other duty that may be assigned by Line Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• A post graduate degree will be an added advantage
• Relevant professional qualifications, e.g. ICAN is highly desired.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience.
• Experience in financial management and ability to diagnose and solve complex financial problems.
• Ability to analyze financial data and interpret financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Competency in the use of automated financial accounting and reporting applications.
• Good knowledge of local and international financial regulatory standards.
• Reside in Port-Harcourt or willingly relocate to Port-Harcourt