Head of Finance and Administration

Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Control:

Oversee end-to-end financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements and management reports Implement strong internal controls across all financial processes Monitor cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation strategies

Risk Management & Compliance:

Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure full compliance with regulatory, tax, and statutory requirements Strengthen governance frameworks and financial control systems Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and financial institutions

Audit & Assurance:

Lead internal audit processes and coordinate external audit engagements Drive audit readiness and ensure zero material audit findings Establish and maintain robust audit trails and documentation standards Implement best practices from corporate assurance environments

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering:

Provide financial insights to support executive decision-making and investment strategies Evaluate project viability, ROI, and financial performance of real estate developments Partner with leadership on business expansion, cost optimization, and profitability Support funding strategies, investor reporting, and financial structuring

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering (Additional Points):

Develop and manage cash flow forecasting models to ensure adequate liquidity and support business growth objectives. Lead treasury management activities and optimize working capital across the organization. Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions to support funding requirements. Support debt raising, project financing, and other capital-raising initiatives for real estate and construction projects. Assess financing options and provide recommendations on the most effective funding structures for business growth.

Risk Management & Business Resilience:

Develop financial contingency plans to safeguard the organization during periods of economic uncertainty or operational disruption. Identify emerging financial risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to protect business continuity. Support executive management during crises through scenario planning, financial modeling, and strategic decision support.

Process Improvement & Leadership:

Build and optimize scalable financial systems and reporting frameworks Lead and mentor finance team members to deliver high performance Drive continuous improvement across finance, audit, and risk functions

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Professional certification required (e.g., ACA, ACCA) Minimum of 6–10 years’ experience in finance, audit, or risk management Strong preference for candidates with Big 4 experience (KPMG, PwC, Deloitte, EY) Experience in real estate, construction, or investment environments is highly desirable Strong expertise in financial reporting, audit, and internal controls Deep understanding of risk management and corporate governance frameworks Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills High level of integrity and attention to detail Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to operate in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

Remuneration: NGN 1,500,000