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Financial Controller for Production Centre (Lagos-Based)

Beiersdorf  ยท Manufacturing / Production / FMCG

Full Time Lagos
Lagos
Deadline: 11 September 2026
Posted June 13, 2026

About the job

Your responsibilities will involve managing and executing a variety of tasks to ensure operational efficiency. You will be tasked with overseeing project timelines, coordinating team efforts, and maintaining detailed documentation of processes and outcomes. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives, troubleshoot challenges, and implement solutions. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing demands are essential. Proficiency in relevant software tools and effective communication will be required to support team goals and deliver high-quality results.

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of PC Commercial, Finance, and Tax-related activities.

Responsible for overseeing ground tracking and spend management to maintain alignment between PC costs and the established annual budget. Collaborates closely with the PC Director to guide cost development in a manner that positively influences the trajectory of PC ICP.

Control involves maintaining appropriate measures on-site regarding capital and revenue budgets, assets, and cash expenditures, which includes establishing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Additionally, it ensures accurate cost accounting to support informed decision-making.

Ensure meticulous management of fixed assets within the factory setting, covering all aspects of capitalization and disposal processes.

Ensure compliance with corporate guidelines by accurately maintaining accounting and reporting records in accordance with all legal and statutory requirements, thereby fulfilling local, corporate, and headquarters obligations.

Establishing and maintaining robust internal controls to oversee factory operations effectively is essential. This involves implementing processes that safeguard assets, ensure compliance with regulations, and mitigate operational risks. The role requires diligent monitoring of workflows, adherence to policies, and timely identification of inefficiencies or discrepancies. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are critical to assess control effectiveness and recommend enhancements where necessary.

The monthly closing process must be completed promptly and accurately, with secure transmission of necessary reports to the Regional office, including CIS, investment reporting, risk reporting, and SOI. Following alignment with local management, the required reporting must be executed accordingly.

We maintain a robust connection with the accounting department to ensure financial accuracy and high transparency across critical financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and asset records.

We collaborate closely with multiple auditors to ensure seamless communication and alignment throughout the audit process. Additionally, we diligently track and implement all audit recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and maintain compliance with established standards.

Facilitate the annual business planning process by computing and supplying “intercompany prices.”

Oversee the implementation and management of the quarterly forecasting process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with organizational objectives.

Responsible for evaluating and documenting discrepancies in production costs, implementing strategies to identify and mitigate areas of financial inefficiency within the facility.

Responsible for monitoring and documenting progress on factory cost reduction initiatives. Oversees cost-saving projects specifically on GE production lines to contribute to the development of the Integrated Cost Plan (ICP).

Your Profile

A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related discipline is required.

Accomplished professionals should possess a strong background in financial analysis, cost accounting, and inventory management.

Requires an in-depth command of SAP, with particular emphasis on finance and materials management modules.

Exceptional analytical capabilities, coupled with the proficiency to dissect intricate data sets and convert findings into practical, decision-driving insights.

Strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities are essential for effectively engaging with cross-functional teams.

Demonstrates strong expertise in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling software.

A strong understanding of procurement processes, material planning techniques, and cost control methodologies is required.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

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