Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Industry: Metal Recycling / Scrap Processing
Hiring Location: India
Work Location: Nigeria

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy of our metal recycling business, based in Nigeria. This role goes well beyond reporting. You will work closely with the leadership team to drive profitability, manage working capital, strengthen controls, and support expansion across plants, yards, and export markets.

The ideal candidate understands asset-heavy businesses, commodity-linked pricing, operational finance, and on-ground execution in emerging market environments. Experience working in Africa or similar markets will be a strong advantage.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy & Leadership

Own the overall financial strategy aligned with business growth and expansion plans
Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership on financial and operational decisions
Drive long-term value creation, cost optimization, and margin improvement

Operations & Cost Control

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across recycling plants and yards
Manage working capital, cash flow cycles, and inventory financing
Monitor commodity price exposure and margins across scrap sourcing and sales
Set up tight cost controls across procurement, logistics, processing, storage, and exports

Accounting, Compliance & Controls

Ensure accurate financial reporting in line with local Nigerian regulations and applicable international standards
Oversee audits, statutory filings, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements in Nigeria
Build and maintain strong internal controls to prevent leakage and ensure transparency
Ensure compliance with environmental, trade, customs, and industry-specific regulations

Funding & Stakeholder Management

Manage relationships with banks, lenders, auditors, and financial advisors in Nigeria and internationally
Support fundraising, debt structuring, and investor or board reporting as required
Lead negotiations for credit lines, trade finance, and capital expenditure funding

Team & Systems

Build and lead a strong local finance and accounts team in Nigeria
Implement or strengthen ERP, accounting systems, and MIS reporting
Establish clear financial KPIs and dashboards for leadership review

Qualifications & Experience

Chartered Accountant, CFA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent qualification
10–15+ years of finance leadership experience
Prior experience in metal recycling, manufacturing, commodities, mining, steel, or heavy industrial sectors preferred
Strong exposure to working capital–intensive and asset-heavy businesses
Experience handling audits, taxation, compliance, and lender relationships in emerging markets
Willingness to relocate and work from Nigeria on a long-term basis

What We’re Looking For

Strong business mindset with solid operational understanding
Comfortable being hands-on and close to plant-level operations
High integrity with a strong governance orientation
Ability to build systems and teams in a growing, fast-moving business

Compensation

CTC: Competitive and aligned with international market standards
Negotiable based on experience, relocation readiness, and impact

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹750,000.00 - ₹1,170,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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