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Head, Finance & Resource Management

Head, Finance & Resource Management

Westfield ConsultingLagos, Nigeria
25 days ago
Job description

Job title : Head, Finance & Resource Management

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : July 04, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Summary

  • The HFR is responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and sustainability of the organization.
  • This role ensures that the financial systems, policies, and processes are robust, compliant, and support the long-term financial health of the organization.
  • The HFR will work closely with leadership to drive financial decision-making, risk management, and operational efficiency.

    • Principal Duties and Responsibilities

    Financial Strategy & Planning :

  • Develop and oversee the implementation of the organization's financial strategy.
  • Provide financial forecasting and long-term planning aligned with organizational goals.
  • Lead budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Monitor financial performance, providing recommendations for improvement.

    • Financial Management & Risk Mitigation :

  • Oversee cash flow management, ensuring liquidity and financial sustainability.
  • Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure strong internal controls to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement.
  • Conduct financial scenario analyses and risk assessments.

    • Compliance, Audit & Governance :

  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and financial reporting requirements.
  • Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, and other financial stakeholders.
  • Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns, statutory reporting, and regulatory submissions.
  • Maintain compliance with donor funding requirements and financial best practices.

    • Treasury, Investment, and Resource Mobilization :

  • Oversee treasury operations, including liquidity planning, investment strategies, and financial asset management.
  • Build relationships with financial institutions and advise leadership on long-term financial sustainability.
  • Collaborate with fundraising consultants and external relations staff to provide budgets, financial data, and reporting inputs for proposals and grants.
  • Ensure accurate tracking, allocation, and reporting of donor funds, including restricted and unrestricted income.
  • Support donor compliance, financial due diligence, and risk assessments related to funding partnerships.

    • Team Leadership & Financial Oversight :

  • Directly supervise the Accountant and other finance team members.
  • Provide mentorship, training, and capacity-building for the finance team.
  • Ensure financial policies and procedures are consistently implemented.
  • Oversee payroll processing and ensure salary payments are accurate and timely.

    • Financial Reporting & Decision Support :

  • Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the MD and Board.
  • Generate insights from financial data to support strategic decision-making.
  • Lead the preparation of donor financial reports and grant compliance tracking.
  • Work with department heads to improve financial efficiency across the organization.

    • Asset Management & Procurement Oversight :

  • Oversee procurement processes to ensure fairness, value for money, and transparency.
  • Establish and maintain a pre-approved vendor list and procurement thresholds.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement SOPs and financial controls.
  • Approve purchase requisitions and liaise with operations and facilities on needs assessments.
  • Supervise asset acquisition, tagging, deployment, and retirement.
  • Ensure accurate and timely asset register updates and reconciliation with financial statements.
  • Coordinate periodic physical audits of inventory and fixed assets.
  • Advise leadership on asset replacement planning and capital budgeting.

    • Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CPA) required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of financial management experience, with at least 5 in leadership.
  • Strong expertise in financial planning, compliance, risk management, and auditing.
  • Experience with donor-funded projects, grant reporting, and financial sustainability strategies.
  • Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Xero).
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