Finance and Investment Manager

Job title : Finance and Investment Manager jobs in Lagos Job Location : Lagos Deadline : July 18, 2024 Quick Recommended Links

Role Summary:

• As the Accounting and Finance Professional at ETAP, you will play a pivotal role in the financial health and decision-making processes of the organization.
• You will be overseeing financial operations, managing financial risks, providing strategic financial guidance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and overseeing tax planning and remittances.
• You will collaborate closely with senior management to formulate financial strategies and drive the organization toward its financial goals and objectives.

What you will do;

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and implement financial planning models to support short-term and long-term strategic goals.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide recommendations for improvements.

Investment and Financing:

• Assist the investor relations team with key financial deliverables and ad-hoc requests.
• Work closely with the leadership team on strategy, roadmap, and targets for the business, and advise on hiring decisions and market opportunities.
• Monitor the monthly financial operations within the company (liquidity, payroll, invoicing, and other transactions)

Financial Reporting:

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including management, investors, and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain compliance with all accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Tax Planning and Compliance:

• Develop and execute tax planning strategies to optimize the organization's tax position.
• Oversee tax compliance, including the preparation and submission of tax returns and remittances.
• Stay updated on tax regulations and ensure the organization's compliance with tax laws.

Cash Flow Management:

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions to ensure the organization's financial stability.
• Develop strategies to optimize cash utilization and mitigate financial risks.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess financial risks, including tax-related risks, and develop risk management strategies.
• Implement effective internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Financial Strategy:

• Collaborate with the CFO or Director of Finance to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the organization's goals.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Operations:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial transactions.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of financial professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate training and development opportunities for team members.

What we look out for:

• Have genuine interest and curiosity about ETAP, and consumer insurance in general
• Have experience working with a Tech Startup
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance. A master’s degree would also be desirable.
• ACCA/CFA is strongly preferred.
• Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Ability to synthesize large quantities of complex data into actionable information
• Proven knowledge of financial analysis and strategy
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax regulations and industry legislation
• Excellent communication skills, along with an analytical mindset and a curious nature. You love to solve problems, get hands-on, experiment, measure, and use automation to optimize processes and programs.
• An initiator and a pusher. Has the urge and ability to make things happen and to solve practical problems in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to handle a number of concurrent activities with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

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Finance and Investment Manager in Lagos