PURPOSE

Responsible for supporting the financial operations at Bauchi-Fertilizer blending site through effective financial control, accurate inventory tracking, cost monitoring, and timely financial reporting. Providing financial insights and analysis to aid decision-making across production, customer service, and despatch operations.

THE JOB

• Provide financial support to site operations, including weekly checks on inventory re-order levels and timely reporting to the Head Office Finance Team.
• Monitor raw material discharge processes and raise transporter liabilities for any short deliveries.
• Perform weekly reconciliation of site cash and inventory ledger to sub-ledger; report any variances promptly.
• Prepare and submit daily site operations reports with relevant financial and operational data.
• Regularly reconcile physical inventory against D-365 system balances and provide detailed commentary on any discrepancies.
• Maintain 100% tracking and reporting of any operational or financial leakages.
• Drive cost savings initiatives aimed at achieving a minimum of 5% reduction in both direct and indirect costs on a year-on-year basis.
• Prepare and submit the site income statement by Workday 2 following monthly account closure.

THE PERSON MUST

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Be proactive and goal-oriented, with a drive for continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting or related discipline

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.