Senior Finance & Internal Control Manager

Earl Consulting Lagos is Nigeria's premier management consulting firm, dedicated to empowering people and organizations to reach their full potential.

With over 10 years of experience, we have provided people management and human resource solutions to some of Africa's leading companies across diverse industries, including oil & gas, telecoms, manufacturing, financial services, FMCG, and technology. We offer relevant and innovative solutions to our clients' most pressing people challenges.

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership:

• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive team.
• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Drive financial planning, forecasting, and long-term investment analysis.

Budgeting & Reporting:

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor cash flow, fund utilization, and working capital.
• Lead the preparation of budgets, financial statements, and management reports.

Investment & Fund Management:

• Conduct risk assessment for projects and financing structures.
• Oversee investment analysis for real estate projects and funding opportunities.
• Manage investor relations and develop strategies for raising capital (debt/equity).
• Structure and negotiate funding deals, joint ventures, and investor partnerships.

Real Estate Finance & Asset Management:

• Evaluate project feasibility and return on investment (ROI).
• Collaborate with development, sales, and legal teams on property acquisition, financing, and disposition.
• Oversee valuation, pricing strategy, and market trend analysis.

Internal Control, Compliance & Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and financial regulatory requirements.
• Lead internal controls and corporate governance practices.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Build capacity within the finance department for strategic support and innovation.
• Lead and develop the finance, accounting, and investment teams.

Requirements

• Proven track record in fundraising, investor relations, and capital deployment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or ICAN/ACCA/FCA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of real estate finance, capital markets, and investment structuring.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial leadership roles
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.