FINANCE MANAGER AT FORT KNOX OUTSOURCING

About Company:

Fort Knox Outsourcing was set up to cater to the growing need of businesses in Nigeria to reap the economic, strategic and operational benefits offered by outsourcing. We act as a “Third Party Service Provider” that Source, Select, and Second employment ready workforce in line with client specifications to meet their talent needs as quickly as possible!.

Job Description:

• Develop and implement the firm's financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial forecasts for strategic decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze market trends and business opportunities to identify growth areas and potential risks.
• Provide strong leadership to the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high performing environment.
• Set clear goals and objectives for the finance department and ensure effective execution.
• Mentor and develop finance staff, promoting professional growth and succession planning.
• Set investment return targets with management and meet such targets by leveraging all applicable products and platforms ensuring corporate funds are maximised at all times
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to ensure the firm's financial stability and optimize working capital.
• Oversee relationships with financial institutions, manage banking relationships, and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Monitor and manage foreign exchange risks and interest rate exposure.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into business performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Present financial results and strategic recommendations to the executive team and stakeholders.
• Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Identify and manage financial risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential challenges.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to financial and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including clients, investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Present financial information to clients during engagements and contribute to business development efforts.
• Communicate financial strategy, results, and risks effectively to a wide range of audiences.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to streamline processes, enhance data accuracy, and improve efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in financial technology and recommend relevant solutions.

Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 years of relevant experience in similar role.
• Experience interacting with C-Suite executives from different backgrounds, ability to represent the firm when required in relevant circumstances
• Demonstrate appropriate understanding / working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls and apply them.
• Have extremely strong MS Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Have knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques.
• Have a thorough understanding of derivatives, hedging, investments, bank account management, and international funds flows; and
• Is an analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolvecomplex problems.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Have a First Degree in Finance / Accounting.
• Must have relevant Finance certification; ICAN/ACCA/CFA, etc
• Possession of a post-graduate qualifications in a related field.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@fortknoxoutsourcing.com using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail.