Head, Finance & Internal Control Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Real Estate Development

Job Summary

• The Head, Finance & Internal Control Officer will play a key role in guiding the financial direction of the group, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving financial performance across all business units.
• Head, Finance & Internal Control Officer will be responsible for overseeing the financial management and strategy of the multi-industry group.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls across the group's businesses.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for each business unit within the group.
• Manage cash flow, investment activities, and risk management for the group.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities to fulfill financial reporting requirements.
• Lead the finance team and provide mentoring and development opportunities to enhance financial capabilities within the group.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEOs and board of directors to drive sustainable growth and value creation.
• Lead financial reporting and analysis, including the preparation of financial statements, regulatory filings, and management reports.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide insights to senior management to support decision-making.
• Develop and execute financial strategies to support the growth and profitability of the group's businesses.
• Evaluate and recommend financial technology solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy of financial processes.

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and make strategic recommendations.
• Proven experience as a Chief Financial Officer or senior finance leadership role within a multi-industry or real estate environment.
• Knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements for multi-industry businesses.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) , ACCA, FCA designation preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with senior executives and external stakeholders.
• Experience in capital raising and financial restructuring is a plus.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

What We Offer

• Work in a dynamic and innovative real estate company.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.