Job Vacancies at Fosad

Fosad Consulting Ltd is a business support services firm with offerings in Human Resource Management, Immigrations and Real Estate Consulting. We leverage our expertise and strategic alliances to support businesses. Our proposition is based on a deep understanding of the drivers of high performing businesses and the required business solutions that supports it. We work with clients to support their non-core business tasks to strategically position them for business success.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Our Client, a multi-professional services company with active interest in construction, project finance and real estate is seeking to hire a well experienced and detailed individual to fill the role of Chief Financial Officer.


JOB PURPOSE:
The chief financial officer position is accountable for the financial operations of the company, to include the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

THE JOB HOLDER WILL REPORT TO THE MD/CEO

JOB DESCRIPTION
Principal accountabilities are:

Planning
1. Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting strategic initiatives
2. Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
3. Develop financial and tax strategies
4. Manage the capital request and budgeting processes
5. Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction
6. Develop matrices that monitor Profit and Cost Units
Operations

1. Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team
2. Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team
3. Manage the accounting, human resources, investor relations, legal, tax, and treasury departments
4. Oversee the financial operations of subsidiary companies
5. Manage any third parties to which functions have been outsourced not limited to auditors, regulators and agencies
6. Oversee the company's transaction processing systems
7. Implement operational best practices
8. Oversee employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package
9. Supervise acquisition due diligence and work with procurement/executive office on acquisitions
Financial Information

1. Oversee the issuance, management and flow of financial information
2. Personally review and approve all filings and correspondence with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation and all regulatory authorities
3. Report financial results to the board of directors
4. Oversee the audit process
Funding (In collaboration with Treasury)

1. Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts
2. Arrange for debt and equity financing or spearhead all capital raising endeavours of the company
3. Invest funds and lead investment decisions under the auspices of the CEO
4. Invest pension funds
Third Parties

1. Participate in conference calls with the investment community
2. Maintain banking relationships
3. Represent the company with investment bankers and investors

QUALIFICATIONS
The Chief Financial Officer should have a first degree in accounting or Business Administration.
A Master's will be an advantage.
Candidate must be an Indian living in Nigeria
The candidate shall also have equivalent business experience and 15+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation.
 Should have experience in partnering with an executive team, and have a high level of written and oral communication skills.
Preference will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance or Accounting.
The CFO shall also possess the relevant certifications commensurate with the position not limited to ACCA, or CFA qualifications.
He will also be IFRS compliant and be savvy on related and contemporary finance issues/topics.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Remuneration is negotiable.
Only qualified Indian candidates will be contacted.
Candidates must reside in Nigeria.

GENERAL MANAGER, PROJECT
 
Our Client, a multi-professional services company with active interest in construction, project finance and real estate is seeking to hire a vastly experienced individual to fill the role of General Manager.

JOB PURPOSE:
The General Manager position is accountable for the general operations of the group, which includes the development of an operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve firm’s assets and maximize profit.

The Job holder will report to the MD/CEO

JOB DESCRIPTION
• Handle both the operational and business sides of the companies.
• Oversea functions such as recruiting and developing quality staff at all levels. Provides input to location succession planning.
• Provides leadership, effective management and training for staff.
• Ensures communications from executive management is delivered to all staff levels.
• Ensures full adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Implements and enforces controls that protect the company’s assets from internal and external shrink.
• Ensures over-all coaching and supervision is delivered consistently to ensure excellent customer service.
• Be responsible to secure effective management of the projects.
• Act as a navigator and a visionary to build and lead a team of dynamic and innovative professionals.
• Completes on a timely basis all administrative work as assigned by executive management, (i.e. scheduling, back office administration).
• Performs daily/ weekly operational audits.
• Ensures adherence to all promotional programs and reports deficiencies in compliance to executive management.
• Performs daily inspections in stores to ensure company standards in visual presentation, stock replenishment and housekeeping are maintained.
• Direct and coordinate organization's financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as required by the office of the Managing director

QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must have requisite understanding of construction, finance, business management and operations.
Must possess at least a master’s degree in a relevant field.
The candidate shall also have equivalent business experience and 15+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation.
A Master's will be an advantage.
 Should have experience in partnering with an executive team, and have a high level of written and oral communication skills.
The GM shall also possess the relevant certifications in project management.
Must be experienced in handling a similar role for a reputable firm

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