Group Financial Controller & Planning Manager

Canarypointcs | Lagos, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted 3 weeks ago 18 views

About the Role

Canary Point Corporate Services Ltd. (CPCSL) is a leading financial services holding company encompassing dynamic subsidiaries across the financial sector, including Bureau de Change, Microfinance banking, investments, and payment solutions. We are seeking a commercially minded, analytical Group Financial Controller & Planning Manager to drive robust financial governance, strategic planning, and performance accountability across our Group.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and comprehensive financial planning processes across the Group and its diverse subsidiaries.
  • Drive timely, accurate financial reporting and develop executive dashboards to monitor performance trends and operational metrics.
  • Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with subsidiary Managing Directors and executive leadership to provide strategic financial advisory and data-driven insights.
  • Drive reporting automation, optimize Management Information Systems (MIS), and leverage business intelligence tools for enhanced visibility.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, board members, and executive teams.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • Mandatory professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CFA; an MBA or postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Control, and Strategic Finance.
  • Strong background within financial services, banking, investment management, or holding company structures.
  • Advanced technical proficiency in financial modeling, data analytics, MIS reporting, and advanced Excel.
  • Exceptional commercial acumen, executive presence, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentive structure.
  • Opportunities to directly influence executive-level decision-making and strategic business growth.
  • Dynamic, fast-paced work environment within a diversified financial services group.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis Financial Modeling Budgeting & Forecasting Financial Reporting Financial Governance & Controls Data Analytics & MIS Strategic Finance Stakeholder Management
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