MEDLOG Nigeria is a company based in Lagos with its Head Office in Apapa. It is the logistics arm of MSC, enabling a one-stop-shop for global supply chain operations. With a presence in 70 countries and over 12 million TEU handled per year, MEDLOG is one of the world’s largest inland transport and logistics providers in terms of the extensive geography covered by its services.
MEDLOG is a family company with a family spirit and our people are the key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means that we are committed to providing equality of opportunity in employment to all persons.
As a Finance Manager at MEDLOG, you will ensure the accuracy of financial results, maintain compliance with company policies, and oversee adherence to local regulations. Your role is critical in supporting senior management, driving improvements, and implementing robust control systems across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
Establishing and enforcing proper accounting methods, COA, policies, and principles
Improving systems, procedures and initiating corrective actions
Providing senior management with accounting and finance support as needed
Ensure that periodic bank reconciliations have been completed.
Ensure intercompany payments and reconciliations.
Management of accruals and accounting of operation
Preparation and analysis of Profit and Loss for each business unit
Preparation and analysis of Balance sheet and cash flow
Coordinate the provision of information to the external auditors for the annual audit until final sign off the account.
Comply with the requirements of local regulation in terms of governance.
Helping to evaluate, develop and implement IT tools, systems, and platforms for finance activity.
Superuser for SAP – provide guidance and support to the team.
Ensure the mitigation of key risk identified in the business while maintaining and documenting a control manual defining major risks and controls.
Ensure team members have clear job descriptions, objectives, and personal development plans.
Required Skills/Abilities
Strong Numeracy skills and accounting skills
Consumer-centric, detail oriented and focused.
Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail
Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a finance team
Education and Experience:
ACCA or ICAN qualified + CFA fully or partially qualified.
7 – 9 Years of Experience
Experience in the logistics industry is an advantage.