Manager, Finance Job at BIC® products

BIC® products are known and appreciated all over the world for their quality, their affordability and ease of use. The ballpoint pen, the pocket lighter, the one-piece shaver are all part of the daily lives of millions of consumers. These products make BIC® one of the best known international brands, present in 3.2 million retail outlets, in more than 160 countries. As we explore the tremendous opportunities ahead, we have a need for dedicated and dynamic employees to help build our team.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Manager, Finance

Job Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Main Purpose

  • Responsible for the efforts, results, and success of an organisation's finance department. Provides financial advice and support to help senior executives make key decisions.

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

  • Heading up the Finance Department of the Nigerian Subsidiary.
  • Working with the General Manager in running the business unit from a regulatory and an operational (Sales and Marketing, Finance, IT, Procurement) point of view.
  • Oversee, review, and adhere to the budgets for each business department.
  • Assist in company-wide budgetary planning.
  • Ensure that all of the company's financial practices are in line in statutory regulations and legislation.
  • Analyse the financial climate and market trends to assist senior executives in creating strategic plans for the future.
  • Interpret complex financial information and provide updates and information as needed.
  • Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
  • Supervise financial assistants and other employees in the facilitation of day-to-day operations, including tracking financial data, invoicing, payroll, etc.
  • Prepare official reports on a monthly and annual basis.
  • Seek out methods and practices to minimize financial risk.
  • Contract auditing services to ensure financial monitoring is up-to-date.
  • Create and maintain relationships with service providers and contractors, including banking institutions and accountants.
  • Update and implement financial policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a policy manual for the finance department.
  • Work with human resources employees to secure candidates who will be an asset to the finance department.
  • Establish and implement a training program for new finance employees.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Advanced degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5 - 8 years of experience in finance.
  • Excellent mathematical skills, leadership skills.
  • Management experience, integrity, honesty, understanding of data privacy standards.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Remuneration & Benefit
BIC offers a competitive salary, health insurance and 401(k). Successful candidates are required to pass a drug test and undergo a security check.

Note: BIC Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.