Job opportunity – Finance Manager at Proten in Kaduna, Kaduna State

Job Description

Job Detail

Responsibilities

• Assume overall responsibility for developing, planning, and directing finance and accounts objectives.
• Streamline accounting processes and select, orient, train, coach, and assign employees.
• Communicate job expectations; monitor, appraise, and review employee performance.
• Contribute accounting information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews.
• Prepare and complete action plans and customer-service standards.
• Complete audits and implement changes as necessary.
• Oversee or generate monthly financial statements including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements.
• Act as custodian of inventory by working closely with the Commercial Manager and Logistics Manager.
• Partner with the Head of Production to generate Monthly Techno-Commercial MIS along with all KPIs.
• Ensure general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and other financial records and schedules are accurately maintained.
• Maintain procedures to establish tight control over cash transactions.
• Ensure timely follow-up of accounts receivable and payable.
• Evaluate and implement internal and external audit recommendations, providing feedback to management on results.
• Exercise budgetary controls, accounting/physical controls, and credit control as per laid down procedures and asset management.
• Maintain an effective involvement and understanding of the business to contribute to key business decisions through financial advice and expertise.
• Provide support, service, and advice in all finance matters to the company's management.

Job Requirements

Before applying, please take the time to thoroughly review and comprehend the job requirements outlined below. Ensuring that you meet all the specified criteria will significantly enhance your candidacy for the Finance Manager position at Proten International:

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of work experience with a minimum of 6-8 years in the Polymer Industry.
• Knowledge of the techno-commercial downstream industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines.
• Good accounting background with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to understand and use computerized spreadsheet packages.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting

Experience Requirements

• 10-15 years of work experience with a minimum of 6-8 years in the Polymer Industry

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of internal control and compliance procedures
• Familiarity with budgetary control and financial reporting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines

Salary, Benefits and incentive

Provided below are the offerings in terms of salary, benefits, and incentives awaiting you in the role of Finance Manager at Proten International:

Salary

NGN 300,000 - 500,000 per-Month.

Job Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• Paid time off

Incentive Compensation

• Performance-based bonuses

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Date posted: July 9, 2024

Posted on: Kaduna

This role is ideal for a highly experienced finance professional with a solid background in the Polymer Industry. The candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and provide financial advice to support key business decisions. Proten International offers a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.