Finance Manager – Ajah

Company Name: CANDL Woodwork & Joineries

Job Description:

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Finance Manager to lead our financial planning, budgeting, and analysis functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations, improving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting business growth through insightful analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop financial models to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors, banks, and tax authorities.
• Lead cost analysis and control initiatives to improve profitability.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA or CFA is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles, budgeting, and analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in [industry-specific knowledge, e.g., manufacturing, tech, healthcare, etc.]
• Knowledge of tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or fundraising (if applicable).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• HMO
• Pension
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Opportunities for training and professional development

Job Type: Full time

Location: Lagos

Job Posted: 19th May 2025