Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Technical Assistant at Matrix Energy.
About Matrix Energy Group
Matrix Energy Group is a leading Nigerian energy and integrated oil and gas company involved in trading, distribution, marine logistics, and downstream services. Founded in 2004, the company supplies petroleum products across West Africa through its depots, vessels, and retail outlets. Matrix Energy focuses on operational excellence, safety, and innovation, contributing to Nigeria’s energy security and regional economic growth.
Summary
- Company: Matrix Energy Group
- Job Title: Technical Assistant to the CFO
- Job Type: Full Time
- Required Qualifications: HND/BSC/BA
- Location: Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Job Title: Technical Assistant to the CFO
Job Description
- The job holder is responsible for Providing analytical, reporting, and strategic support to the Group CFO, enabling focus on capital, risk, funding, and performance rather than transactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Financial Analysis & Insight
- Review Group financial statements, management accounts, and performance reports prior to the CFO’s review, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and clarity of key narratives
- Identify financial trends, emerging risks, variances, and anomalies across business units and provide actionable insights
- Prepare concise executive briefing notes to support the CFO’s decision-making
- Support investment appraisals, CAPEX evaluations, and return-on-investment analysis
Reporting & Board Materials
- Coordinate the preparation and consolidation of monthly Group performance packs across Matrix subsidiaries.
- Prepare Board, Executive Committee, and Investor financial presentations in alignment with the CFO’s expectations
- Track KPI performance across subsidiaries and ensure alignment with Group financial objectives
- Strengthen reporting templates, dashboards, and management reporting frameworks for enhanced decision support
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across all financial reports and presentations
- Liaise with Finance teams across subsidiaries to ensure timely submission of reports and alignment on reporting standards
Treasury & Risk Management Support
- Monitor Group cash position, liquidity forecasts, and debt obligations to support treasury oversight
- Track FX exposure, loan covenants, and compliance requirements, flagging potential risks proactively
- Maintain and update the enterprise risk register, supporting the CFO in ERM reporting
- Follow up on risk mitigation actions with business units and ensure accountability for implementation
Strategic & Project Support
- Support the development of business case models for new initiatives, investments, and strategic projects
- Review financial assumptions and project financials across Group initiatives
- Review financial assumptions and project financials across Group initiatives
- Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis, and stress testing to support strategic decisions Assist in the preparation of funding documentation, lender requests, and investor-related financial information
CFO’s Office Coordination
- Track key finance transformation initiatives and deadlines within the CFO’s office
- Monitor and follow up on action points arising from Board/Executive leadership meetings
- Support cross-subsidiary financial alignment, governance, and standardization of finance processes
- Act as a liaison between the CFO and internal stakeholders to ensure timely execution of finance priorities
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Requirements for the Position of Technical Assistant at Matrix Energy
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
- Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA) or actively pursuing CFA is required
- 5-8 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis
- Experience in corporate finance, FP&A, strategy, or transaction advisory is preferred.
SKILL REQUIREMENT (ANALYTIC AND TECHNICAL)
- Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
- Ability to summarize complex financial issues clearly for executive decision-making
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to develop financial dashboards (Power BI or similar)
- Comfortable working with ERP data and large financial datasets
- High level of business judgement, confidentiality, and initiative
- Prior exposure to Board reporting, executive presentations, and senior stakeholder engagement will be a strong advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail
- Ability to analyse complex financial issues into clear, concise one-page executive summaries
- High level of organization, proactiveness, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
Deadline
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