Financial Controller at Lily Hospitals Limited

Lily Hospitals Limited, established since 1986, remains one of the foremost hospitals in Nigeria and within the South-South region of the country. It is the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) and was also recently accredited with COHSASA (Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa) Certificate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled Financial Controller with 7 – 11 years of experience in financial leadership to take on this strategic, top-level management role.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and overseeing all financial functions critical to achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence.
• As a key member of the leadership team, the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the organization while ensuring robust financial health and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives.
• Provide financial management and oversight, ensuring fiscal discipline and integrity.
• Oversee financial reporting and analysis, delivering accurate and timely insights for decision-making.
• Manage cash flow and asset optimization to maintain organizational liquidity and sustainability.
• Drive effective cost control accounting systems to optimize resource utilization.
• Ensure tax compliance and adherence to financial regulations to mitigate risk exposure.
• Champion a culture of accountability through leadership and managerial excellence.
• Proactively monitor and manage financial risks, focusing on compliance, risk management, and organizational resilience.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Financial Strategy Development: Align financial goals with organizational strategy.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Adhere to local and international financial regulations.
• Liquidity Management/Asset Management:Optimize resources to support operations and investments.

Requirements
Educational Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 7 – 11 years of progressive experience in financial management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• ACA, ICAN, MBA, BSc, MSc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic thinking with a proven ability to design and execute financial strategies.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with experience leading financial teams in complex organizations.
• Expertise in financial reporting, tax compliance, and asset management.
• Exceptional analytical skills and a strong business acumen to manage organizational financial health effectively.

Benefits

• Be a key player in shaping the financial future of a leading organization.
• Work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Opportunity to lead at the forefront of financial strategy and organizational growth.
• Competitive remuneration.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Credentials to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.