Senior Associate, Investor Relations (Operator Finance)  

Key Responsibilities 

Review monthly expenses to ensure that expenses are booked correctly and work with the finance team to make any necessary reclassifications. 
Handles the preparation of fiscal records and financial plans, policies, and reports. 
Develop a schedule for investment transactions and analyze efficiency, trends, revenues and financial commitment to project future revenues and expenses. 
Demonstrate appropriate understanding/working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls, and apply them. 
Advise the team on how to meet targets and create investment capital. 
Train team members on how to generate finance from shares and loans. 
Gather, analyse and interpret complicated numerical information. 
Assess and predict financial risks and returns; use financial modelling to predict outcomes. 
Negotiate and structure financial details; provide investment advice, tactics and recommendations. 
Assist in the preparation and analysis of annual budgets and long-range plans. 
Prepare consolidated forecasts and analyze trends in revenue, expense, capital expenditures and other related areas. 
Conduct complex business analysis including ROI, NPV and IRR, making recommendations to management on new products, features, pricing, and marketing promotions, based on historical financial data. 
Research, analyze and synthesize data from multiple sources into business information as directed and by self-identification of business information needs. 
Instruct team members on how to prepare financial and business-related analyses and research in such areas as financial and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital, and investments. 
Work with management and business units to determine strategic objectives and identify opportunities to meet set goals. 
Support the head of the department in managing investor relations functions. 
Handle compilation and analysis of consolidated budgets and long-range plans. 

Requirements 

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Administration or other related discipline. 
A deep grasp of the Nigerian banking landscape and expertise in SME financing. 
7-10 years work experience in SME financing, business development or similar role. 
Strong relationship with financial institutions to negotiate loans. 
Negotiation skills, detail-oriented and Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills 
Ability to build strong relationships and a comprehensive knowledge of the agricultural sector. 
Knowledge of compliance and regulations in Nigeria. 
Strong financial analysis skills and quantitative analysis planning 
Extensive experience leading a complex organization and passion for getting into details to identify the root cause of issues and create innovative solutions. 

Other Requirements 

Strong organizational and project management skills and attention to detail 
Ability to multi-task, prioritize deliverables, and manage and meet tight deadlines 
Experience with leading due diligence processes and analyses 
Service-oriented and proactive, with good interpersonal skills and a passion for developing strong relationships with existing clients and prospects 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
Strong Microsoft Office Skills (including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) 
Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills 
Ability to provide support to; and collaborate with internal units and external groups to achieve business objectives.
 

Associate, Finance Operations  


Job Type Full Time 
Qualification BA/BSc/HND 
Experience 4 - 6 years 
Location Lagos 
Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit  



Key Responsibilities 

Measuring the monetary funds of the company in order to find out whether they will affect the execution of all the enterprise projects. 
Monitor and manage credit cards and invoice payments for farmers. 
Approve third-party payments through accurate reconciliation of financial records. 
Manage the account payable and receivable process. 
Assist in the annual budget process. 
Assist in the development and implementation of best-in-class financial processes and internal control. 
Verify that transfer requests meet guidelines. 
Ensure that staff expenditure requests meet guidelines and budget limits. 
Provide support to management during year-end closing, which includes helping process transfers and answering any questions that colleagues in the finance division might have regarding revenue, expenditures, fund movement, etc. 
Act as the main point of contact for addressing any inquiries and questions related to financial operations. 
Perform monthly invoicing by gathering and compiling data, coordinating with associates and senior associates on cost allocations, and working with accountants to record information in the accounting system. 
Analyze existing accounting and finance systems and make recommendations for improvements. 
Develop financial goals and objectives for the team. 
Conduct periodic finance audits and recommend improvements. 
Assist financial policies and procedures for operational efficiency. 
Develop and maintain financial statements for future reference. 
Assist Senior associate in financial management and reporting activities. 
Ensure that financial operational activities are executed and delivered as per the standards set by the company. 

Requirements 

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Business or Economics. 
Master’s degree in finance and/or MBA preferred. 
4-6 years of work experience in finance and accounting. 
Profound know-how in advanced financial analysis and investment banking. 
Familiar with data query/data management tools (Access, SQL, Business Objects). 
Ability to streamline functions and passion to learn and grow. 
Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills. 
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills. 
Ability to work as a team as well as independently. 
Experience working with, and presenting to, senior executives. 
Extensive experience leading a complex organization and passion for getting into details to identify the root cause of issues and create innovative solutions. 
Excellent communication and presentation skills; be comfortable interacting with executive-level management. 
Strong financial modeling experience. 
Strong leadership skills. 

Start-Up Environment 

Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities. 

Work Location 

Babban Gona currently operates a decentralized model with 10 offices spread across Nigeria. 
This role would be based in Lagos 

Benefits 

Competitive salary 
Health Insurance 
Pension 
Performance Bonus 
Annual paid vacation 
Group Life Insurance 

Method of Application  

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