Financial Controller Specialist

Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Lekki Free Trade Zone, Lagos
Client’s Industry: FMCG
Role Summary
The Financial Controller will oversee all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and effective financial management. The ideal candidate must have solid manufacturing industry experience and be proficient in SAP.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial accounting, reporting, and month‑end/year‑end closing.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Oversee cost control, product costing, and manufacturing financial analysis.
- Ensure accurate SAP FI/CO data, system usage, and process optimization.
- Maintain internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions.
- Supervise and develop the finance team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- ⁠Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, ICAN)
- 10+ years of finance/accounting experience, with strong manufacturing background.
- Proficiency in SAP (FI/CO) is mandatory.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, and internal controls.
- Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
How to apply
Send your CV to cv@talentscout.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.
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