Head of Finance
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Job summary
Our client, which produces and markets Aluminum and Glass systems in Nigeria, is seeking a strategic CFO to lead their financial transformation. The Head of Finance is responsible for building the finance function from the ground up - this is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic finance with operational execution.
Min Qualification:
Degree
Experience Level:
Senior level
Experience Length:
10 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 9 to 5
Applicant Location:
Nigeria
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
Strategic Finance:
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
- Build and develop a finance team from 3 to 8 people
- Establish financial controls, SOPs, and reporting infrastructure
- Manage banking relationships (performance bonds, guarantees, credit facilities)
- Advise MD/Board on pricing, investments, and growth decisions
- Drive monthly financial reviews
Systems & Project Accounting:
- Lead Odoo ERP implementation (currently in progress)
- Manage financial oversight of 10-20 concurrent installation projects (₦100M-₦1.5B each)
- Handle advance payment structures (40-80%), WIP accounting, milestone billing
- Implement percentage-of-completion revenue recognition (IFRS 15)
- Track and report project profitability in real-time
- Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (FIRS, CAC, audits)
Requirements:
- 10+ years progressive finance experience
- 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA (mandatory)
- Project-based business experience (construction, EPC, installation)
- Understanding of advance payment structures and retention accounting
- Experience building finance functions from scratch
- ERP implementation experience (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or Odoo - strong advantage)
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
- Lagos-based or willing to relocate
- Manufacturing cost accounting experience
- Standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory optimization
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