Finance Manager - Solar Panel Manufacturing

About the role

T.O.N. Legal and Corporate Services is recruiting a Finance Manager for its solar panel manufacturing operations in Abuja. The role covers financial planning, accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting and cost control, and supports investment decisions, risk management and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have at least five years of financial management experience, preferably in manufacturing or the energy sector.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and financial reconciliations.
• Improve the use of ERP systems and financial software to support efficient reporting.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Support investment decisions through accurate financial analysis.
• Ensure tax compliance and timely submission of statutory filings.
• Monitor the effect of foreign exchange fluctuations on procurement and imports.
• Implement cost control measures to improve profitability.
• Provide financial insights to guide operational and commercial decisions.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks and other financial institutions.
• Establish and monitor internal financial controls to reduce financial risks.
• Develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts and cash flow for the subsidiary.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports to senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in financial management, preferably in manufacturing or the energy sector.
• Proven experience implementing cost control measures in production environments.
• Strong business acumen, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills; able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
• Foreign exchange management experience is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax laws and compliance frameworks.
• Advanced financial modelling and data analysis skills.

The position is full time, based in Abuja, with a stated monthly salary of N300,000 to N400,000. Interested candidates apply online through the recruitment portal linked in the original announcement.