Financial Controller (Cross-Border Payments)

Job Title: Financial Controller (Cross-Border Payments)

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Mode: Hybrid

Role Overview

• This role requires someone who can manage multiple finance functions while providing accurate financial insights to support business decision-making.
• The ideal candidate will be a hands-on finance professional with strong experience across financial reporting, accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis.
• We are seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller to oversee key financial operations and ensure strong financial management within a growing financial services organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations.
• Maintain accurate records for accounts payable and receivable
• Manage financial accounting activities including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end closing
• Develop financial reports, forecasts, and financial models to support management decision-making
• Monitor daily cash flow and manage treasury-related activities
• Ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements including tax filings, VAT, withholding tax, and regulatory submissions
• Support external audit processes and coordinate documentation for financial reviews
• Oversee bank and payment account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• 6 - 8 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial management roles particularly with "Cross-Border Payments"
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Experience within cross border/international financial services, fintech, banking, or regulated financial institutions is an advantage

Certifications & Technical Skills:

• Good understanding of IFRS standards, tax compliance, and financial reporting frameworks.
• ICAN (ACA) or ACCA qualification is required
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems such as Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar tools
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their most recently updated CVs and a detailed application letter to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only those with cross border payment experience will be contacted.