Senior Finance Associate

Black Pelican Group – Senior Finance Associate

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Role Overview

• The Senior Finance Associate will play a critical role in supporting the financial management and reporting functions of Black Pelican Group.
• The role is responsible for budgeting, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, treasury management, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting systems.
• The ideal candidate will provide accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making while maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning, Analysis, and Reporting:

• Support the preparation of monthly budgets, cash flow projections, and financial forecasts, including variance analysis and performance insights.
• Coordinate core accounting activities and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across the organization.
• Consolidate group financial accounts and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Provide value-added financial and management reports to support informed decision-making by senior management.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of financial information for internal and external reporting purposes.

Financial Controls and Systems Management:

• Maintain and periodically review financial reporting systems to ensure they effectively track financial performance and support operational efficiency.
• Establish and enforce strong control mechanisms across purchase and sales ledgers.
• Review financial data processing and operational systems within the Finance function and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage general ledger activities and ensure proper reconciliation of sub-ledgers.

Treasury and Cash Management:

• Support treasury management activities, including cash flow monitoring, fund flow management, and liquidity planning.
• Provide weekly updates on fund flow and financial position.
• Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.

Regulatory Compliance and Statutory Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, statutory requirements, and internal financial policies.
• Manage statutory remittances, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and PAYE.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of financial policies and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate reporting across entities.

Operational Finance Support:

• Process and post payment vouchers and maintain proper documentation for financial transactions.
• Assist in providing financial information for various reporting entities within the group.
• Support the development and implementation of sound financial controls, procedures, and policies.
• Perform other finance-related duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification as a Chartered Accountant (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound understanding of IFRS reporting standards and financial reporting practices.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Planning and Analysis

• Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Data and Information Management

• Financial Systems Proficiency

• Strong Financial Acumen

• Planning and Organizational Skills

• High Attention to Detail

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Why Join Black Pelican Group?

• Be part of a people-focused organization that prioritizes employee welfare, creating a supportive environment that promotes stability, well-being, and long-term career success.

• Accelerate your professional growth through structured learning, hands-on financial management experience, and continuous development opportunities that strengthen your expertise in finance and corporate reporting.

• Gain strategic exposure by contributing to financial planning, reporting, and decision-making processes that support major projects and the overall growth of the business.

• Build your career with a reputable lifestyle solutions brand known for delivering quality, innovation, and excellence across its operations.

• Thrive in a high-performance environment where accountability, results, and financial insight are valued, and strong performance is recognized with meaningful career advancement opportunities.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.