Head of Finance

Our business is a diversified group comprising manufacturing and commodity trading firms. We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Finance to oversee and drive the financial management and planning of the group. This role focuses on corporate finance, treasury, and debt management.

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 10 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies aligned with business goals.
Conduct financial forecasting and scenario planning to guide decision-making.

Capital Raising:

• Lead efforts to secure debt and equity funding for the group, ensuring optimal capital structure.
• Build and maintain relationships with investors, lenders, and financial institutions.
Manage the end-to-end process of capital raising, including term sheet negotiations, due diligence, and deal closure.

Investment Management:

• Evaluate investment opportunities, including mergers, acquisitions, and expansions.
Provide financial modeling and risk assessment for potential projects.

Working Capital Optimization:

• Oversee cash flow management, ensuring liquidity for operations and investments.
Monitor and optimize working capital, including receivables, payables, and inventory levels.

Debt Management:

• Manage loan agreements, repayment schedules, and lender communications.
• Strategize debt restructuring and refinancing to reduce costs and improve terms.
Ensure compliance with debt covenants and proactively address risks associated with borrowings.

Hedging and Risk Management:

• Implement financial risk management strategies, including hedging to protect against currency, interest rate, and commodity price fluctuations.
Safeguard the companys financial assets through sound treasury practices.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Provide timely and accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
Oversee preparation of financial statements and external audits.

Internal Controls:

• Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies and controls to mitigate risks.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and financial best practices.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to drive high performance.
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance department.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Partner with business unit leaders to align financial strategies with operational goals.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, providing insights and recommendations for financial decisions.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in finance Economics or related field.
• A Masters degree or professional certifications (e.g. CFA ACA ACCA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven expertise in corporate finance debt and equity capital raising and treasury management.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations compliance and governance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial operations in a group structure.

Information :

• Company : BPL Nigeria Ltd
• Position : Head of Finance
• Location : Abeokuta
• Country : NG