Finance Manager at Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric - As the Global Specialist in Energy Management™ and market leader in industrial automation and software, Schneider Electric enables people to experience and transform efficiency where they live and work; from home to enterprise, across the grid and the city. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the Group brings a world where innovative individuals use collaborative solutions to make the most of their energy, while using less of the common planet.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Job Requisition No.: 008DI1
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Schedule: Full-time
Dpartment: Finance

Description

• We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a passionate go-getter to assume the newly created Finance Manager position based in our Lagos office.  

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounting & taxation by ensuring coordination with the local accounting firm.  
• With the support of a local accounting firm, issue & file proper accounting tax documents (ex: invoice to customers, Tax filing to local authorities). 
• Ensure compliance. 
• Implement internal controls. 
• Division margin monitoring, forecast and analysis. 
• SFC forecast preparation and monitoring. 
• Provide inputs for monthly and quarterly closing.
• Ensure accurate Revenue Recognition (according to PoC methodology). 
• Anticipate and prepare for external audits.  
• Manage entity treasury aspects with local banks and Anglophone Africa Treasury. 
• Check actual and Forecasted Cash Flow and anticipate needs.  
• Review and validate monthly closing activities. 

Qualifications
About You:

• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field. 
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management. 
• Proven track record in contributing to operational efficiency and performance in an international contex. 
• Recognized accountancy qualification e.g., ACCA. 
• Flexibility, capacity to listen and learn. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a network and a group internationally. 
• Well-organized and well-structured. 
• Clear & synthetic communication. 
• Good MS Office Skills, particularly in Excel.  
• Experience with an ERP (SAP) is an added advantage. 
• In-depth understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, cash flow management, and reconciliations. 
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models. 
• Proficiency in accounting software. 
• Solid analytical and decision-making. 
• Experience in a Multi-cultural team environment and matrix organization is a plus. 

Why us?
You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with significant personal responsibility and attractive development opportunities: 

• Flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life. 
• Optimal support on your career path through regular training opportunities. 
• A dynamic and personal atmosphere, working with a globally energised team. 
• A company culture that encourages performance and cooperation.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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