Head Finance and Operations

Not specified

Ref No: NIG00035 Location: Nigeria Overall Responsibility

Our Finance and Operations function is an integral part of the Core Business Service and the Head Finance & Operations is in charge of the unit.
The job holder will oversee all financial aspects of the EY business; drives financial strategy and planning, and assesses the financial performance of the firm as well as possible risks and investments.

Detailed Key Responsibilities The job holder will be responsible for day to day and other accounting operations such as:

Supervising the preparation of weekly and monthly reports and statutory returns
Ensuring the completion of bank and balance sheet reconciliations that all necessary documents are requested, collected, and compiled.
Budget Analysis – planning budgets, monitoring expenditures, analysing revenues, determining budget variances
Reviewing month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and accounting entries
Undertaking financial analysis and generating financial reports and statements to EXCO for review
Managing, mentoring and motivating the Finance team

The role is accountable for all financial operations and will be tasked to:

Improve efficiencies and reduce firm costs
Put in place robust financial systems and processes
Prepare regular management accounts
Oversee cash flow management
Develop forecasting models (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow)
Oversee the preparation of year end statutory accounts Manage budgeting and forecasting process, including variances
Develop and maintain relationships with external advisors, e.g. banks
Liaise with auditors for annual monitoring
Oversee tax matters and all financial compliance-related matters
Undertake cost-benefit analysis for financial opportunities
Understand regulation, legislation and other developments and how they will impact the business

Qualification, Experience and Skills

Must possess a degree in Accounting or in a related field. Must be a chartered accountant
A minimum of 5 years in a Senior Management role, preferably in a Professional services organization
Qualified and highly experienced in a similar role
Excellent communicator, with both internal and external colleagues at all levels
Ability to lead, motivate and provide sound accounting advice.
Sound knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standard (IAS).
Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial management.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
Ability to analyze and make recommendations, alongside the capacity to drive through key business changes
Strong business acumen and understanding of financial issues

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