Head of Finance

• You’re an experienced finance leader with proven success in retail, FMCG, or manufacturing
• You’re commercially minded, with the ability to turn numbers into strategy and actionable insights
• You’re a strong communicator, able to influence stakeholders at every level
• You’re tech-savvy, comfortable with financial systems, ERPs, and modern tools for decision-making
• You’re a leader who thrives on mentoring and developing high-performing teams
• You’re analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about building scalable systems that drive growth

• You will act as a strategic business partner to the CEO and executive team, driving financial vision and growth strategies
• You will lead the development and execution of financial plans, budgets, and forecasts that align with business goals
• You will provide financial analysis and insights to support pricing, investment, expansion, and inventory decisions
• You will ensure timely preparation of financial reports income statements, balance sheets, and cash flows in line with IFRS and regulatory standards
• You will oversee compliance, tax reporting, and audit processes, ensuring robust internal controls and risk management
• You will drive cost management initiatives, partnering with department heads to optimize spending across all units
• You will manage capital structure, cash flow, accounts payable, and receivables to maintain liquidity and operational efficiency
• You will lead fundraising initiatives, ensuring alignment with business growth objectives
• You will build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering accountability and continuous growth

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (ICAN/ACCA required; postgraduate degree is an advantage)
• Minimum 6 years’ finance experience, with at least 2 years in a senior finance management role (Finance Manager or above)
• Proven leadership experience within a reputable retail, FMCG, or manufacturing company
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and monitor financial systems and processes
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, IFRS, and relevant Nigerian tax and financial regulations
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills
• Proficiency in financial management systems, ERPs, and advanced use of MS Office Suite (retail-specific software is a plus)
• Tech-savviness and a track record of leveraging technology to improve financial reporting and decision-making

• You establish our client as a financially resilient and strategically agile organization
• You consistently deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports to guide executive decisions
• You implement strong controls that minimize risk and ensure compliance
• You drive cost optimization without compromising growth or quality
• You build a finance team recognized for excellence, efficiency, and impact
• You contribute directly to business expansion and profitability across brands and entities

• Balancing aggressive growth goals with disciplined financial controls
• Navigating the complexities of retail and manufacturing cash flow cycles
• Driving system adoption and change management in a dynamic, creative environment
• Managing multiple stakeholders with differing priorities across business entities

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Opportunity to lead finance in a respected, growing fashion and retail group with 25+ years of legacy
• Exposure to strategic decision-making at the executive level
• Professional development and growth opportunities in a fast-paced industry
• A culture that values creativity, innovation, and high performance

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