The Role
Finance Manager responsible for financial reporting, accounting records, budgeting, forecasting, tax management, regulatory compliance, audits, reconciliations, financial controls, and analysis. The role supports the CFO, coordinates financial close processes, prepares regulatory and management reports, monitors performance against budgets, identifies financial risks and opportunities, and ensures compliance with CBN and industry requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
The role is responsible for supporting the implementation of financial controls, financial strategy, budgeting, tax management, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, effective financial planning, regulatory compliance, and sound financial management across the organisation.
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of accounting records for assigned areas, including liabilities, equity, and expense ledgers.
- Ensure timely preparation and finalisation of quarterly earnings forecasts.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the Trading Desk.
- Ensure timely submission of BDC returns to the CBN.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date intercompany reconciliations.
- Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes for assigned areas.
- Support the timely completion of audits and submission of draft audited financial statements to the CFO.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
- Assist with budget reviews and revisions as required.
- Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and provide relevant insights.
Tax Management
- Support the implementation of the Group's tax strategy and framework.
- Support effective tax planning, compliance, and management activities.
Regulatory Reporting & Compliance
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required regulatory returns.
- Maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations, CBN requirements, and industry standards.
- Proactively identify and address potential compliance gaps to ensure zero regulatory infractions.
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.
- Support the development and execution of organisational strategic plans through relevant financial analysis and insights.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities that may impact financial performance.
Financial Controls & Other Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and maintenance of effective financial controls and processes.
- Ensure effective management of the Finance aspect of the Expense Portal.
- Provide timely financial support and analysis to the CFO and other relevant stakeholders.
- Perform other finance-related responsibilities as may be assigned.
Requirements
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline
- Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent recognized qualification
- At least 6 years of progressive experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Control, or a related function
- At least 2 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role
- Experience in financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Knowledge of tax management, regulatory reporting, and financial compliance
- Experience with CBN or regulatory returns and compliance requirements within the financial services industry
- Understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, and audit management
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems and financial reporting tools
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling skills
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet tight reporting deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to work with senior management
- High integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professionalism
- Experience in financial services, investment, banking, or capital markets
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The Company
What We Do
VFD Group Plc is an industry-agnostic proprietary investment company focused on building Africa's most diverse business ecosystem by investing in and creating businesses that shape the future. It provides financial services including advisory, asset management, currency, real estate, debt, and private funds management.
