The Role
The Head of Finance will manage budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization, supporting strategic growth in logistics. Requires expertise in the Nigerian financial landscape.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Head, Finance (Logistics Company)
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
About our client
Our client is a provider of end-to-end logistics solutions to businesses and institutions across Nigeria.
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization while supporting strategic growth in a dynamic logistics and supply chain environment. This role requires sound knowledge of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape, taxation, and logistics cost structures.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Management:
- Develop and implement the company's financial strategy in alignment with business goals.
- Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
- Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
- Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
Operational Finance:
- Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management.
- Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
- Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures.
Business Partnering & Support:
- Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.
- Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services.
Systems & Process Improvement:
- Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy.
- Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making.
- Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.
- Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.
- Minimum 12 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
- Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, cold-chain or related sectors.
- Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic and commercial acumen
- Strong ethical foundation and integrity
- Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Presentation skills
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] using HOF-C25 as subject of the mail.
Requirements
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization while supporting strategic growth in a dynamic logistics and supply chain environment. This role requires sound knowledge of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape, taxation, and logistics cost structures.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Management:
- Develop and implement the company's financial strategy in alignment with business goals.
- Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
- Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
- Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
Operational Finance:
- Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management.
- Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
- Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures.
Business Partnering & Support:
- Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.
- Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services.
Systems & Process Improvement:
- Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy.
- Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making.
- Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.
- Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
- Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, coldchain or related sectors.
- Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic and commercial acumen
- Strong ethical foundation and integrity
- Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Presentation skills
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] using HOF-C25 as subject of the mail.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Master's degree or MBA preferred
- Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA)
- Minimum 12 years of progressive finance experience
- At least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role
- Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, or related sectors
- Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
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The Company
What We Do
StreSERT Integrated Limited is a management consulting and business support company that provides innovative and tailored solutions to deliver real and measurable outcomes for clients, focusing on human resources, business advisory, and corporate support services.
