Head, Finance (Logistics Company)

Job Title: Head, Finance (Logistics Company) Location: Ikeja, Lagos About our client Our client is a provider of end-to-end logistics solutions to businesses and institutions across Nigeria.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization while supporting strategic growth in a dynamic logistics and supply chain environment. This role requires sound knowledge of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape, taxation, and logistics cost structures.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Management: Develop and implement the company's financial strategy in alignment with business goals. Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making. Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.

Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements. Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies. Operational Finance: Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management. Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions. Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.

Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development. Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures. Business Partnering & Support: Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.

Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services. Systems & Process Improvement: Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy. Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making. Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.

Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.

Qualifications

& Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred. Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable. Minimum 12 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role. Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, cold-chain or related sectors.

Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Key Competencies: Strategic and commercial acumen Strong ethical foundation and integrity Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Presentation skills Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to recruitment@stresertintegrated.

com using HOF-C25 as subject of the mail.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing budgeting, reporting, compliance, and cost optimization while supporting strategic growth in a dynamic logistics and supply chain environment. This role requires sound knowledge of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape, taxation, and logistics cost structures.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Management: Develop and implement the company's financial strategy in alignment with business goals. Provide financial forecasts, risk analysis, and strategic input to support decision-making. Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.

Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and legal requirements. Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies. Operational Finance: Monitor cash flow, accounts, investments, and asset management. Optimize working capital and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions. Drive cost-saving initiatives and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across departments.

Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring high performance and continuous development. Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures. Business Partnering & Support: Collaborate with logistics operations, procurement, and sales teams to ensure financial insights support business operations.

Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and cost analysis for logistics projects and services. Systems & Process Improvement: Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms to enhance automation and data accuracy. Implement and improve processes for better reporting, control, and decision-making. Interface with the Board of Directors and present at Board Committee Meetings.

Engage with external stakeholders; banks, tax authorities, clients, etc.

Qualifications

& Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred. Professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable. Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role. Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, retail, coldchain or related sectors.

Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in financial software (e.g., Sage, Microsoft 360, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Key Competencies: Strategic and commercial acumen Strong ethical foundation and integrity Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Presentation skills Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to recruitment@stresertintegrated.

com using HOF-C25 as subject of the mail.