New Era offers cutting-edge haulage and logistics services designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and provide unparalleled customer experience.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership:
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Provide financial insights to support executive decision-making
- Lead long-term financial planning and sustainability initiatives
- Advise the MD/CEO on investment opportunities and expansion plans.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
- Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts for both business units
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and KPIs
- Conduct cost analysis for logistics operations (fleet, fuel, maintenance) and training programs
- Drive profitability and cost optimization initiatives.
Financial Reporting:
- Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS)
- Present monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to management
- Manage audits and liaise with external auditors.
Treasury & Cash Flow Management:
- Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital
- Optimize banking relationships and funding strategies
- Oversee receivables and payables management
- Ensure adequate controls over financial transactions.
Risk Management & Internal Controls:
- Develop and maintain internal control systems
- Identify financial and operational risks across logistics and ICT training operations
- Ensure fraud prevention and mitigation measures are in place
- Oversee insurance and asset protection strategies.
Regulatory Compliance & Taxation:
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian financial regulations and tax laws
- Oversee tax planning, filings, and statutory remittances (VAT, PAYE, CIT, etc.)
- Liaise with regulatory bodies such as:
- Federal Inland Revenue Service
- Lagos State Internal Revenue Service.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields
- MBA or Master’s in Finance is an advantage
- Professional Certifications - ICAN / ACCA (mandatory)
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Experience in logistics, transportation, or training/education sector is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and tax systems.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Leadership and team management
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using the Job Position as the subject of the email.
