General Manager (Finance) Job at Husk Power Energy Systems Nigeria Limited

Husk Power Systems ("Husk") is an award-winning clean energy company serving rural India and Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2023, it was named “World’s Best Challenger Brand” in the energy industry and is a 3-time Global Cleantech 100 company. The company’s AI-powered rural energy platform provides 24/7 renewable power to rural households, commercial customers, institutions, and small factories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager (Finance)

Job Location: Abuja
Time Type: Full time
Reports to: Country Director

Role Summary

• Husk is seeking a General Manager - Finance is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and managing all financial aspects of the organization in Nigeria and other geographies in Africa.
• This role plays a critical role in shaping the financial strategy, ensuring financial stability, and providing leadership to the finance team.
• This person will work closely with the country and global leadership team and contribute to strategic decision-making and planning.
• This position provides the opportunity to join a growing team that is changing the face of rural electrification in Nigeria and India.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and policies to achieve the organization's financial objectives.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support long-term and short-term decision-making.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and present accurate, timely, and comprehensive financial reports to the executive team and the board of directors.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Timely preparation of compliance reports for investors and lenders.
• Monitoring and managing financial covenants and KPIs as prescribed by lenders and investors.

Statutory Audit:

• Manage audits for Nigeria and other African entities in a time-bound manner.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and ensure arm’s length inter-company transactions.

Budget Management:

• Lead the budgeting process, working with department heads to create and manage the annual budget.
• Monitor budget performance and provide insights for cost control and revenue optimization.
• Prepare financial forecasts and present them to management for effective decision-making.

Cash Flow Management:

• Manage cash flow and liquidity, ensuring that the organization can meet its financial obligations and make strategic investments.
• Implement cash management policies and strategies.
• Managing Accounts Receivables, Payables, and Inventory.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks like foreign exchange risk, etc. that could impact the organization's financial health.
• Develop risk management strategies and policies.

Financial Operations:

• Oversee accounting, financial systems, and financial operations.
• Manage Direct and Indirect taxes.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles and standards.
• Manage compliances and filing.

Team Leadership:

• Led and mentor the finance team across multiple geographic locations in Africa, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Build a high-performance finance department.

Financial Modelling and Projections:

• Develop and maintain financial models and projections to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Stakeholder Relations:

• Maintain relationships with investors, lenders, and external financial partners.
• Communicate financial performance and plans effectively to these stakeholders.
• Maintain close Inter-departmental relationships for planning and providing strategic inputs.
• Manage and retain relationships with vendors/suppliers.
• Interact closely with financial consultants, auditors (Big4), and government agencies.

Internal Audit:

• Develop/review, document, and implement financial policies and processes.
• Conduct regular Internal audits with a view to improving internal controls and adherence to policies and processes.

Fund Raise:

• Assist Global CFO in various fundraising activities like due diligence, financial queries, etc.
• Develop and manage relationships with various Banks/financial institutions to arrange on and off-balance sheet working capital limits.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Chartered Accountant / CPA or equivalent degree.
• Extensive experience of at least 15 years in finance, with a strong track record of financial leadership in progressively responsible roles.
• Knowledge of Direct and Indirect Tax and prevailing accounting standards.
• Knowledge of IFRS.
• Knowledge of accounting for retail business and commercial projects.
• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent knowledge of corporate financial law.
• Hands-on experience in risk management in Nigeria.
• Able to handle large data files and consolidate multi-currency financials for multi-geography entities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a multi-tasking mindset.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and challenges.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solver and critical thinker mindset with strong decision-making capabilities.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Hands-on experience in financial management software and SAP (will be an added advantage).