Deputy Head of Finance DCT

About the Role

Dangote Cement Transport is looking for a qualified, result-oriented professional to fill the position of Deputy Head of Finance for our Gboko and Okpella plants. In this critical leadership role, you will support the Head of Finance in overseeing all financial activities, ensuring robust planning, effective budgeting, and strict regulatory compliance to drive our operational success in Nigeria.

• Assist in developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, comprehensive budgets, and reliable forecasts.
• Guide strategic financial decision-making by providing timely data insights and performance analyses.
• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and IFRS standards.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, and key financial stakeholders.
• Mentor, develop, and supervise the finance team to enhance productivity and professional growth.
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls to effectively mitigate operational risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is mandatory.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong expertise in financial accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, particularly SAP.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
• Opportunities for career advancement within Africa's largest industrial conglomerate.
• Dynamic work environment with professional development support.

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