Head Finance & Accounts (Oil & Gas, Metals & Mining Only) {C.A. Must}

Head Finance & Accounts
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Industry: Manufacturing / FMCG / Power / Oil & Gas / Infrastructure / Alternatives
Experience: 20+ Years
Qualification: CA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent
Additional Qualification: MBA / CS / ICWA / CIMA / LLB will be an added advantage
Age: Up to 55 Years
Reporting To: Chairman & CEO
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Head Finance & Accounts to lead the complete Finance & Accounts function of the organization. The incumbent will be responsible for financial strategy, planning, treasury, accounting, taxation, audit, MIS, internal controls, financial governance, fund accounting and regulatory compliance.
The role will work closely with the Chairman, CEO and Senior Management and will be responsible for providing strategic financial and commercial insights to support business growth, profitability, investments and long-term value creation.
The ideal candidate should have strong commercial acumen, excellent leadership capabilities and extensive experience in managing complex finance functions, preferably within B2B Manufacturing, FMCG, Power, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, Private Equity/Alternatives or other capital-intensive industries.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the complete Finance & Accounts function, including accounting, financial reporting, treasury, taxation, audit, budgeting, MIS and internal controls.
• Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy, business plans, annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the Chairman, CEO and Board on business performance, investments, capital allocation, profitability and growth initiatives.
• Drive effective cash-flow planning, treasury management, working capital management and optimal utilization of funds.
• Monitor and manage overall P&L, cash flows, budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Establish and strengthen robust financial governance, internal controls, risk management and compliance mechanisms.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, management accounts, MIS and statutory reports.
• Lead statutory, internal and tax audits and manage relationships with auditors, banks, financial institutions, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Oversee banking relationships, financing arrangements, working capital and borrowing requirements.
• Drive financial planning, forecasting, scenario analysis and management reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee fund accounting, periodic NAV calculations, year-end financial statements, audits and fund-related reporting for Alternatives/investment businesses, where applicable.
• Monitor fund structures and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accounting, tax and commercial requirements.
• Support senior management and portfolio companies on financial, commercial, contractual, compliance and strategic matters.
• Evaluate major business proposals, investments, transactions, contracts and projects from financial and commercial perspectives.
• Work closely with portfolio company management teams on financial performance, governance, cash management, budgeting and strategic initiatives.
• Lead process improvement, automation and standardization initiatives across the Finance function.
• Ensure effective utilization of ERP/financial management systems such as SAP and other reporting tools.
• Coordinate and support Board Meetings, Annual General Meetings and other statutory meetings, including preparation/review of agendas, notices, financial papers and minutes in coordination with the relevant functions.
• Build, lead, mentor and develop a high-performing Finance & Accounts team.
• Drive succession planning, talent development and capability building within the Finance function.
• Ensure adherence to applicable corporate laws, accounting standards, taxation laws and regulatory requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 20+ years of overall experience with significant experience in senior Finance & Accounts leadership roles.
• Qualified CA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent.
• MBA / CS / ICWA / CIMA / LLB will be an added advantage.
• Strong experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury, Accounting, Audit, MIS, Budgeting, Taxation and Internal Controls.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, financial governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent knowledge of cash-flow management, financial forecasting, financial modelling and data analysis.
• Experience in managing P&L, balance sheet, working capital and banking relationships.
• Exposure to fund accounting, NAV, investment structures and portfolio company management will be an advantage.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate complex business situations and make sound strategic decisions.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and ERP/financial management systems such as SAP.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with a results-oriented approach.
• Proven experience in team leadership, mentoring, succession planning and talent development.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and ethical standards.

Preferred Industry Background
Candidates from the following sectors will be preferred:

• B2B Manufacturing
• FMCG
• Power & Energy
• Oil & Gas
• Infrastructure
• Private Equity / Alternatives / Investment Management
• Other capital-intensive or diversified business groups

Key Competencies
Strategic Financial Leadership | Treasury & Cash Management | Financial Planning & Analysis | P&L Management | Corporate Finance | Accounting & Reporting | Audit & Compliance | Financial Governance | Risk Management | Fund Accounting | Commercial Acumen | Business Partnering | Leadership & Team Management | Process Improvement