Sub-Sahara Africa Controller

GE Nigeria Vacancies: Financial Controller (Africa)

GE Nigeria is looking to recruit a Financial Controller (Africa)

GE is committed to growth and intends to strengthen its accounting function in its Global Business Services (GBS) division. This position will be based in Lagos, Nigeria.

The successful candidate will provide leadership in financial Controls and ensure business, statutory reporting and compliance of GBS operations in Africa.

Essential Responsibilities

Ensure all documentation is compliant with local legislation and GE internal requirements

Track quality and timeliness of the various controllership metrics

Liason between the centre leader and the reporting team in (Head Quarters) HQ.

Ownership of the balance sheet of GBS Africa.

Follow up on stat and tax filing

Filling of monthly/quarterly and annual financial reports

Take ownership of management and statutory reports

Follow up on external audit reports and accounts reconciliation process

Ensure the correct implementation and understanding of the financial rules

Ensure COE transaction for all countries managed centrally are compliant

Ensure system tie out is done regularly

Ensure Self-assessments are done and open items are closed timely

Handle technical queries from the team

Ensure compliance to financial policies and procedures

Qualifications/Requirements

Knowledge of various tax regimes in Africa.

Good communication and analytical skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously & prioritize workload

High level of personal energy

Fluent in English

University or college degree – preferably College of Finance and Accounting

CPA or equivalent

Tax advisory degree is an advantage

Solid Finance background in general accounting, analysis, statutory, US GAAP reporting, with 10- 12 years experience

Experience in multinational environment

Proficiency in Microsoft office

Excellent organisation skills, open mind-set, high self-confidence, self-driven

Team player, service mind-set, excellent interpersonal skills (oral and written communication, good listener & constructive)

Pro-active attitude to continuously find new challenges and deliver good results – Demonstrated ability to plan and manage several assignments at once

Click here to apply online.

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