Chief Finance Officer at White Soul Group

White Soul Group is a leading haulage and automobile sales company with over 4 locations across Nigeria. We offer first tier automobile sales and after sales, dedicated haulage and fleet management services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Finance Officer

Location: Ikorodu Road, Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer or CFO to perform effective risk management and plan the organization’s financial strategy. It is a very important and complex role since an organization can only survive if it actively investigates and safeguards its finances.
A CFO mustbe well-versed in all aspects of financial management ranging from simple accounting to broad investment and banking operations. The ideal candidatewill be an excellent leader.
The goal is to protect the company’s revenues and profits to achieve full financial control and sustainable growth.

Roles and Responsibilities

Drive the company’s financial planning
Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
Control and evaluate the organization’s liquidity plans and capital structure
Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
Supervise all finance personnel (account managers, treasurers, etc.)
Manage vendor relationships
Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system
Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies
Manage team of account managersand financial analysts.
Managing insurance and other financial protections

Requirements and Skills

BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
At least 10 years working experience in the haulage and logistic industry in Nigeria.
ACA or ACCA is a strong advantage
Proven experience as CFO or relevant role
In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAGE 200 Evolution)
Ability to strategize and solve problems
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Excellent communication and people skills
An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
Familiar with relevant laws and regulations guiding the business.