Business Manager

Our client is foward-thinking and diversified organisation and seeks to engage a highly organised, financially skilled, and detail-oriented Business Manager to oversee a private households financial, administrative, and personal business interests. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting and financial background, with experience managing personal assets, vendor relations, and household operations.

This role requires discretion, flexibility, and problem-solving abilities to ensure seamless management of all personal and financial affairs.

Key Responsibilities

Financial, Asset and Business Management

• Oversee business interests with empahasis on record keeping and performance reporting to ensure that the businesses are run properly, effectively and profitably.
• Work closely with the operators of the businesses to ensure that leakages are plugged and strategies for positive performance and business growth are formulated and implemented.
• Advise on areas of expansion within existing businesses and opportunities for new business lines.
• Maintain bookkeeping, expense tracking, and financial reporting of these existing and new businesses.
• Manage personal and household budgets, ensuring efficient financial planning.
• Handle bill payments, banking transactions, tax filings, and financial documentation.
• Work with accountants, financial advisors, and legal teams on taxes, investments, and compliance.
• Oversee personal assets, including real estate, vehicles, insurance policies, and investments.
• Develop financial strategies for cost control, cash flow optimization, and wealth preservation.
• Monitor and negotiate vendor contracts, service agreements, and large purchases.

Procurement & Vendor Relations

• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, and cost control.
• Research, hire, and manage service providers, such as contractors and maintenance teams.
• Negotiate service contracts and ensure high-quality vendor relationships.
• Track warranties, repairs, and replacements for appliances, electronics, and home systems.

Legal & Confidential Affairs Management

• Handle confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain records related to trusts, estates, investments, and high-value assets.
• Work with legal professionals on property acquisitions, contract reviews, and compliance matters.
• Assist with business-related negotiations and document management.

Crisis Management & Problem Solving

• Act as the first point of contact for urgent matters, ensuring quick resolution.
• Handle last-minute changes in schedules, financial needs, and vendor issues.
• Proactively identify potential challenges and implement solutions before they arise.
• Serve as the owner’s right-hand person, ensuring personal and financial affairs are well-managed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in personal business management, financial oversight, or household administration.
• Strong financial and accounting skills, with experience in QuickBooks or similar financial software.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Discreet, professional, and able to handle confidential matters with integrity.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and be available for urgent matters.
• Ability to travel as needed and manage remote business affairs.
• The ideal candidate should reside in Abuja.