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

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