Financial Controller Job at United Nigeria Airlines - Apply Now

Financial Controller Job at United Nigeria Airlines - Apply Now
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United Nigeria Airlines, a Nigerian company fully incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990 at the Corporate Affairs Commission, operates commercial air transportation services under the brand name United Nigeria.

We are currently seeking candidates to fill the following position:

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

The Financial Controller is responsible for effective risk management and devising the organization’s financial strategy. The ideal candidate should possess comprehensive knowledge of financial systems, controls, and management, spanning accounting to broader investment and banking operations. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work under pressure in a highly motivated and result-oriented manner.

Key Functions:

  • Participate in executive management and decision-making processes.
  • Establish and manage the financial and accounting functions of the airline.
  • Secure and manage funds from various local and international sources to fulfill the airline's capital and investment requirements.
  • Manage cash and liquidity risks.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory financial, tax, and reporting standards.
  • Drive the company’s financial planning and maintain systems and controls.
  • Conduct risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Drive the company’s financial planning, budgeting, controls, and growth.
  • Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments.
  • Determine investment strategies by assessing cash and liquidity risks.
  • Ensure appropriate cash flow for the organization’s operations.
  • Supervise Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, Financial, and Management Accounting functions.
  • Enhance operational efficiency by advising on best practices.
  • Oversee commercial decision-making processes.
  • Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulatory financial requirements, including auditing.
  • Ensure timely financial reporting following international financial reporting standards.
  • Recruit, train, mentor, and develop staff in financial-related matters.
  • Supervise all finance personnel (controllers, treasurers, accounting officers, analysts).
  • Manage vendor relationships and procurements.
  • Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports.
  • Establish and oversee the company’s finance IT systems.
  • Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
  • Develop and manage relationships with investors and financiers.

Experience & Qualifications:

  • BSc / BA in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.
  • 10+ years of proven experience as a finance officer/chief accountant or in a relevant senior financial managerial position with a track record of success.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Extensive relationships in the financial system.
  • Knowledge of the aviation industry.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Analytical mindset with comfort in dealing with numbers.
  • CPA/ACCA/ACA certification is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software.
  • Ability to strategize and solve problems effectively.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs with Cover Letters to: careers@flyunitednigeria.com, using the job title as the subject of the email.

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