Head of Account

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional. Location: Egbeda, Lagos. Position Overview:

• Our client, a reputable company in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Head of Account to lead and manage the organization’s finance and accounting function.

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, driving financial strategy, and providing accurate financialinsights to support business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Ensure accurate recording of transactions in line with IFRS and company policies.

• Manage general ledger, reconciliations, and financial close processes.

• Prepare management reports and financial analysis for leadership.

Regulatory & Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with tax laws, statutory filings, and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate external audits, statutory audits, and regulatory inspections.

• Maintain proper documentation for compliance reviews and audits.

• Ensure compliance with industry-specific financial and regulatory requirements.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control:

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.

• Monitor budget performance and variance analysis.

• Implement cost control measures without compromising quality or compliance.

• Support pricing decisions and margin analysis.

Internal Controls & Risk Management:

• Establish and enforce strong financial controls and approval processes.

• Ensure segregation of duties and fraud prevention mechanisms.

• Conduct periodic internal reviews to identify risks and control gaps.

• Support internal and external audit recommendations implementation.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, and banking relationships.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable to optimize working capital.

• Monitor inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS).

• Ensure timely payment of vendors, staff, and statutory obligations.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead and supervise the accounts and finance team.

• Provide coaching, performance management, and capacity development.

• Ensure adherence to deadlines and high-quality output from the team.

Strategic & Management Support:

• Provide financial insights to support business growth, expansion, and investments.

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