Finance Chief

Fort Knox Outsourcing was set up to cater to the growing need of businesses in Nigeria to reap the economic, strategic and operational benefits offered by outsourcing. We act as a “Third Party Service Provider” that Source, Select, and Second employment ready workforce in line with client specifications to meet their talent needs as quickly as possible! We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Chief

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Financial Control Job Grade: Manager – Senior Manager

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Finance Department's strategy in alignment with the organization's business objectives and corporate strategy. Oversee capital structure and determine an optimal mix of debt, equity, and internal financing. Identify financial risks and assess the long-term financial implications of business initiatives, providing recommendations to the Board and Management. Coordinate the preparation and implementation of corporate budgets and the allocation of financial resources. Authorize expenditure and financial transactions in line with approved authority limits. Develop and implement cost-management strategies to control expenditure and improve operational efficiency. Manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, financial institutions, and other relevant stakeholders. Oversee financial reporting, management information systems (MIS), business intelligence, and performance management. Review financial activities and performance reports, recommending corrective actions where necessary. Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Monitor changes in applicable financial, tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements and advise Management on their implications. Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory returns and reports to regulatory and tax authorities. Provide technical guidance on accounting standards, taxation, financial reporting, and regulatory provisions. Prepare and present periodic financial and management reports to the Board and Management to support informed decision-making. Monitor external economic and industry developments and recommend strategies to sustain business growth and profitability. Lead and supervise the Financial Control team, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and high-quality output. Perform other duties as assigned by the Managing Director/CEO or Board of Directors.