Assistant Finance Manager at Forvis Mazars Group

Forvis Mazars Group SC is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Operating as an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries and territories, Forvis Mazars Group specialises in audit, tax, and advisory services. This partnership draws on the expertise and cultural understanding of over 35,000 professionals across the globe to assist clients of all sizes at every stage in their development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Finance Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

About this position

• We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to drive financial excellence and support our organization’s growth objectives. The ideal candidate will lead financial operations, ensure robust financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Reporting

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to optimize company performance.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage financial reporting using advanced tools including NetSuite, Open Air, Amelkis Opera, TM1 (Cognos), and Amelkis lease.

Financial Operations & Performance

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Monitor and improve cash flow projections to ensure operational financial stability
• Analyze and implement cost-saving opportunities across departments to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure strict compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and tax laws.
• Maintain robust internal control procedures.
• Support and facilitate external audit processes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor finance team members, fostering skill development and professional growth.
• Collaborate closely with HR to manage payroll and staff compensation processes.

Strategic Partnerships

• Manage relationships with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and financial institutions.
• Provide financial reporting to Group Finance on a quadrimester and annual basis.

Continuous Improvement

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements in financial operations.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as required by management.

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Proven experience in financial management.
• Strong proficiency in financial reporting tools and software.
• Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

• Flexibility and time off: Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, sick leave, parental leave, and statutory holidays.
• Community and personal development: Providing opportunities for growth — on your own and with your teammates.
• Health and wellbeing: Comprehensive health insurance for employees and dependents.

Application Closing Date
25th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online