Job Openings in a Leading Logistics Service Provider Company

Adexen Recruitment Agency -  Our client, a leading logistics service provider is seeking applications to fill the vacant position below: Job Title: Financial Controller - Expatriate Job Reference: 1235 Location: Lagos Function: Financial Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain Job Descriptions

• Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Controller will be responsible for the internal controls system, the timely reporting cycle of the various departments and ensuring that the finance department achieves its objectives both in terms of timely and accurate reporting but also a broader support of the company’s business activity as it expands its services.
• Core responsibilities will include, supporting the CFO in implementing the company’s strategy and provide needful guidance to all members of the finance team in developing and preparing standards and tax planning.

• Setting, maintaining and monitoring system of internal controls
• Providing guidance, support and direction for the resolution of accounting issues
• Ensuring accurate monthly closing.
• Ensuring that all contracts signed meet profitability.
• Implementation of policies and processes and, in cooperation with subsidiary Finance teams
• Overseeing the accounting and Trail Balance process and identifying potential errors in comparison with actual vs budget results; monitoring the effectiveness of the reporting cycle

• ACCA/CIMA or CA Qualified. Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS financial regulatory requirements
• Minimum 4 years of financial management experience in with a combination of experience with a Big 4 accounting firm and with a high-tech/services company is desired
• Organized with strong written and verbal communication skills both in English.
• Strong interpersonal and management skills
• Ability to work with multiple priorities and sensitivity to time to meet
• Knowledge of SAP B1 and ERP would be an added advantage.
• Proven Track record in assisting with implementation and setup of accounting processes
• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications with excellent PC/technology skills (Excel/Word/Powerpoint)
• Ability to present complex financial information in concise and actionable format
• Hands on, results driven, can-do attitude
• Experience in Logistics and Nigeria is a plus

• Attractive expatriate package

• The role includes but not limited to managing day to day activities of various banks i.e. Credit facilities, loan booking/liquidations, cash flow management, bank reconciliations etc, MIS, assistance on trade Finance (LCs etc)

• Daily review of various banks statements for inflows, loan maturities etc
• Adjustment of WHT deductions in receivables and movement from AP to TD.
• Dealing with the banks for booking of loans/liquidations of loans/fund transfers etc
• Responsible for maintaining updated Bank Reconciliations of Current Accounts, Loan accounts, Dom accounts and sub accounts.
• Maintaining the loan reports, checking of provisions accounts i.e LC Commission, USD loan provisions etc,
• Responsible for inter account funding so that payment to Port, Shipping lines, Terminal can be made without delay.
• Assisting team on monthly Bank reconciliation reporting and various other MIS
• Provide clear vision and projection on Cash Flow
• Analyze and recording of interest, bank charges, COT, Form M charges, offshore charges, Telex charges etc in the system and liaison with bank for any irregularities
• Follow up with Banks for loan schedules, telexes, payment confirmations etc

• A qualified Chartered Accountant
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Trade Finance / Handling Multiple Banks / Credit Facility Management / Cash Flow Management / Finance & Treasury MIS
• Should have experience on Trade finance, cash flow management, bank reconciliations, credit facility management.
• Sound knowledge of Account and Finance
• Well versed with OD Interest calculation and various other bank charges
• Should have experience in dealing with banks
• Knowledge of Letter of Credits and related transactions dynamics
• Should be good in Microsoft office and have worked in ERP environment
• Good Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate and resolve issues
• Should be a good Team member as he/she has to work within Treasury Team