Financial Director at Raycon & Company Nigeria Limited

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance within finance contributing to the development, delivery and achievement of company financial objectives and priorities.
• Enhance Segment financial performance through improved forecasting, business analysis, reporting (i.e. budget-to-actual/variance reporting) and overall systems and processes.
• Development, analysis and interpretation of financial and operating information and reports to determine profitability, performance against budget, forecast and other matters affecting the fiscal soundness and operating effectiveness of the company.
• Analyze and communicate the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) trends relating to financial metrics such as sales, expenditures, and profit margin within the business.
• Oversee the preparation monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; Review and translate financial data into insightful and actionable business intelligence and communicate with business leaders.
• Create and manage Business Unit pricing models; contribute to commercial business decisions via, as well as analyzing monthly leading indicators to help predict future performance.
• Create and lead continuous improvement and strategic best practice initiatives necessary to drive financial efficiencies and processes; develop effective internal processes and financial controls for the organization.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting data for internal use and parent company requests.
• Lead finance-led initiatives to drive finance performance improvement, compliance adherence, and standardization of processes.
• Understand and drive 80/20 strategies throughout the business to ensure growth-focused activities.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s growth objectives.
• Provide guidance and direction to the finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to analyze financial data and support decision-making processes.
• Maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as investors, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

Experience / Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Experience in a managerial or leadership position within the finance department.
• Age 30-40
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance is preferred.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership and management abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.