Femi Akindele
Tulip Cocoa Processing Limited is a manufacturer and exporter of cocoa products and operates according to international quality standards and is certified by SGS to ISO 22000:2005.
Chief Finance Officer
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience: 10 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will (but is not limited to):
- Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy to support overall business goals.
- Advise the CEO and executive team on financial implications of strategic decisions.
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
- Oversee all accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, tax, and general ledger.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
- Manage working capital, cash flow, and capital expenditures efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Establish internal controls and ensure they are effectively implemented.
- Oversee audits (internal and external) and coordinate with auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Evaluate funding requirements and manage relationships with banks, investors, and stakeholders.
- Assess and manage risks associated with mergers, acquisitions, or major capital investments.
- Develop strategies for managing debt, equity, and liquidity.
- Lead and mentor finance department staff, including finance managers, accountants, and analysts.
- Build a high-performing finance team to support growth and efficiency.
- Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and ethical financial practices.
- Present financial results, forecasts, and KPIs to the board of directors and investors.
- Use financial modeling and data-driven insights to guide business decisions.
- Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis for strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (required).
- Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or MBA (preferred).
- Professional accounting certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, CFA) is required.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance/accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven experience with financial strategy, business forecasting, and capital management.Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
Required Competencies:
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and team coordination ability.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills.
- Proven ability to solve complex accounting and operational issues.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: [email protected] using “CFO” as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
