Petroexcel Technology Services – Head – Finance & Accounts

Qualification: CA (MBA/CS/ICWA/LLB will be an added advantage)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Role & responsibilities:

– Preparation of business plans.

– Managing Inflow & Outflow of Funds optimally.

– Conducting Board Meeting and Annual General Meetings; Preparing agenda, notices and minutes.

– Implementing Financial Governance Mechanism.

– Optimal Cash Management and Cash Flow Planning.

– Should possess sound commercial acumen.

– Exhibit Leadership skills, by setting an example by his/her work ethics, lead, guide and mentor a team of professionals.

– Results-oriented, strategic thinker and planner.

– Strong verbal and written communication skills.

– Oversee and lead the finance function of Alternatives.

– Lead overall P&L, audit and accounting, banking, budgets, MIS, internal controls, support on transactions.

– Drive the fund accounting team in the preparation of the funds’ periodic Net Asset Value calculation and year-end financial statements, management of the audit, and reviewing other fund related reports.

– Monitor all fund structures to ensure it is in line with the current regulatory and commercial requirement.

– Actively work with the senior management teams of the portfolio companies on key strategic issues and projects that require additional management expertise.

– Support the firm’s portfolio companies in the areas of contracts, compliance, legal matters and other issues as required.

– Review processes and look to improve efficiency where possible.

Minimum Relevant Experience:

18+ Years (Preferred – manufacturing, Power, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure industry back-ground)

Skills & Experience:

– In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.

– Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.

– Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP etc.).

– Ability to strategize and solve complicated business scenarios and taking strategic decision.

– Strong leadership and organizational skills to lead from front.

– Excellent communication, interpersonal and people skills.

– An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers and problem-solving attitude.

– Good people management skills – Succession planning, nurturing and developing team/talent.