• Application Deadline: Wed, 6 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Senior Finance Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 8 - 12 years



• Location Lagos




• City Maryland




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Role Overview

• The Senior Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization, providing strategic financial guidance, and ensuring robust financial planning, reporting, and control systems.


• The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives


• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes


• Provide strategic insights to support executive decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements


• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal policies


• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulators.

Financial Performance & Analysis:

• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts


• Develop financial models and dashboards to track key performance indicators


• Identify cost optimization and revenue enhancement opportunities.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning


• Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships, and funding strategies.

Risk Management & Controls:

• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks


• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead and mentor the finance team to drive high performance


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations


• Present financial reports and insights to senior management and board-level stakeholders.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field


• 8 - 12 years’ experience in finance, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role


• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, taxation, and regulatory requirements


• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering


• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, Power BI).

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Leadership and team management


• High level of integrity and attention to detail


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications:

• Strong financial planning, analysis, and budgeting skills


• Proficiency in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and auditing


• Experience with strategic financial management and investments


• Proficient in financial software tools and Microsoft Office Suite


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills


• Strong communication and leadership capabilities


• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field;


• Experience in investment management or working with entrepreneurial ventures is highly desirable


• Proven experience partnering with a DFI


• Ability to bring in investment.