Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

3 weeks ago

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Novella Africa Full time

Job Summary:

  • As the Head of FP&A, you will play a critical role in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of our manufacturing company.
  • You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and financial reporting.
  • You will be a key business partner to the leadership team, providing them with insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and implement the overall FP&A strategy, aligning it with the company's broader financial goals.
  • Partner with business unit leaders to develop and maintain accurate annual budgets and long-range financial plans.
  • Oversee the forecasting process, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial projections.
  • Lead the development and maintenance of complex financial models to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives, capital expenditures, pricing models, etc.
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for growth and cost optimization within the manufacturing environment.
  • Prepare and present insightful financial reports and presentations to the leadership team and Board of Directors.
  • Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Manage relationships with external auditors and other financial stakeholders.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in FP&A, implementing innovative solutions to enhance financial performance.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline FP&A activities and increase efficiency.
  • Mentor and develop the FP&A team members, fostering their professional growth.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior FP&A leadership role, with a proven track record of success in a manufacturing environment.
  • Membership to any of the professional bodies ICAN, ACCA, CFA
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, accounting, or a related field
  • Master's degree in Business Administration MBA, Finance, or a related field desired.
  • Deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis techniques.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and persuade senior management.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
  • Experience with ERP systems SAP and financial modeling software.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and manufacturing accounting practices.
  • A strategic mindset with a strong grasp of business acumen.

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