Job Title: Financial Controller
Reports To: VP Finance
Location: Lagos Physical Office
Experience Required: 10 Years (Minimum)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: NGN 1,700,000 – NGN 2,000,000
Job Overview:
As the Financial Controller of the company and its subsidiaries (the Group), you will be responsible for leading the finance function across the Group. This includes oversight of financial reporting, management accounting, tax and regulatory compliance, financial planning and analysis, treasury operations, and internal controls. You will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial activities while supporting strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide leadership for the finance and accounting operations across the Group, including financial reporting, recordkeeping, and internal controls.
· Understanding of Tax and the inner workings FIRS (now NIRS), LIRS is mandatory.
· Ensure the integrity of the groups and its subsidiary entities financial records.
· Oversee intercompany transactions, postings and documentation, including Transfer pricing filings.
· Ensure the development, implementation, and compliance of financial policies, procedures, and internal control systems that align with the Group’s strategic goals.
· Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis, presenting key insights to executive management and the Board as applicable.
· Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, and presenting them to the executive management and board of directors as applicable.
· Guide the implementation of accounting processes and ensure compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements.
· Analyze financial data and key performance indicators to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved financial performance.
· Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts and intercompany reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
· Coordinate and supervise tax planning, compliance, and all statutory filings across the Group.
· Support annual internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely preparation of draft financial statements.
· Drive cost-efficiency across financial processes while recommending improvements to streamline operations.
· Supervise accounting operations related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit control, and inventory.
· Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory deductions and payments for all entities in the Group.
· Review and submit monthly bank reconciliations and ensure effective treasury management.
· Maintain oversight of the Group’s financial systems, ensuring data integrity and consistent reporting standards.
· Stay abreast of trends and innovations in financial management and provide advisory support to senior leadership.
· Perform all duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
· Postgraduate degree such as an MBA or Masters’ is an added advantage.
· Minimum of 10 years of work experience in accounting and finance, with a strong track record of managing financial controls and operations
· Recognized Professional Accounting Certifications such as ACA, ACCA etc. is required
Functional Skills Requirement:
· Good knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
· Proven experience in managing teams of finance professionals, and ensuring financial reports and statements are prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
· Experience with accounting software and financial reporting tools.
· Experience in effectively communicating complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
· Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume stating their experience and suitability for the role. Applications should be sent to [email protected] with the subject line “Financial Controller - Application.”
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦1,700,000.00 - ₦2,000,000.00 per month
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Accounting and Finance: 10 years (Preferred)
Application Deadline: 31/08/2025