• Application Deadline:
• Position: Chief Financial Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Description

Strategic Financial Planning & Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and internal controls aligned with business objectives.


• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to align financial planning with long-term organizational goals.


• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring data-driven decision-making.


• Prepare high-impact presentations and proposals to investors and financiers for capital raising efforts.


• Evaluate and structure bankable investment projects, including due diligence and financial modelling.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Coordinate the annual budget preparation process, compiling inputs, analyzing variances, and ensuring board alignment.


• Develop and implement cost control/management strategies to ensure optimal use of financial resources.

Cash flow & Financial Analysis

• Monitor and manage company’s cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.


• Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments on projects and company performance using KPIs and models.


• Analyze financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving measures.

Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Ensure full compliance with tax laws and regulatory requirements, managing relationships with auditors and consultants.


• Present and manage tax strategies to ensure minimal exposure on all statutory remittances.

Team Leadership & Operational Oversight

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to the finance and accounting team to ensure high performance.


• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including audit facilitation and management of fixed assets and inventory.


• Maintain a robust system of accounting controls and improve reporting systems and templates for business intelligence.

Requirements

Education:

• Minimum BSc/BA


• Certified Financial Analyst


• MBA or MSc (Added Advantage)


• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ICAN, ACCA or CFA).


• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial advisory, corporate finance, project finance or private equity


• Extensive experience in financial leadership roles (e.g., CFO or senior finance positions).


• Strong understanding of financial planning, capital management, and regulatory compliance.


• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and collaborate across departments.


• Expertise in financial software and tools for efficient operations.


• Exceptional communication skills for presenting to stakeholders and boards.


• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, or international finance, equity and debt restructuring and raises.

Knowledge and Proficiency in:

• Strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting


• Financial modelling and in-depth financial analysis


• Project finance and investment structuring


• ERP systems and accounting software (e.g., Sage, NetSuite)


• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations


• Confidential data handling and sound financial judgment