Finance & Compliance Manager

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting:

Own end-to-end financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles in coordination with the management and department heads

Monitor gross margins per vehicle/transaction and flag cost leaks (auction overpay, shipping inefficiencies, port/clearing charges, demurrage) to protect profitability

Maintain accurate books across multi-currency transactions (USD/Naira) and manage FX exposure

Tax, Statutory & Regulatory Compliance:

Manage all tax filings, including VAT filing and compliance, and ensure timely remittance

Handle statutory filings and government compliance remittances (PAYE, pension, NSITF, ITF, and other applicable levies)

Ensure ongoing compliance with sector-specific regulators relevant to auction, brokerage, and import/logistics operations

Maintain SCUML/AML registration and compliance documentation in preparation for future government contracting eligibility

Treasury, Risk & Internal Controls:

Oversee treasury operations, including management of multi-currency payment gateways

Conduct regular risk assessments and internal audits across financial processes

Design, implement, and enforce financial policies and internal controls company-wide

Monitor and mitigate currency fluctuation risk on pricing and margins

Payroll & Expense Management:

Manage full employee payroll processing and statutory payroll deductions

Oversee company expense management, invoicing accuracy, and reconciliation

Supervise the Accounts Assistant on invoicing, reconciliation, and record-keeping

Governance & Strategic Support:

Support the transition toward audited, public-company-quality financial reporting standards

Provide financial input into franchise partnership agreements and revenue-share structures as the company expands

Report monthly to the management, and participate in sales commission calculation reviews

Requirements:

A minimum of a degree in a related field. A minimum of 7 years of experience.