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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Chief Financial Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Technology

Job Description

• Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO) to join its executive leadership team.
• The GCFO will play a pivotal role in driving the financial performance of the group and its subsidiaries, formulating and implementing financial strategies aligned with the Group’s overall vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and direction, partnering with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Management Team to achieve the Group’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the Group’s long-term goals, ensuring financial sustainability and maximizing return on investment.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial operations for the Group and its subsidiaries, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk management.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, financial advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Lead the finance team in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities for optimizing the Group’s capital structure and cost of capital.
• Develop and oversee a robust financial control framework to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Foster a high-performing finance team with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a GCFO in a large, multi-subsidiary organization.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful financial strategies that drive growth and profitability.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and local statutory reporting requirements for public companies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) designation; an MBA is a plus.

Salary
N30,000,000 / Annual (Net)

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.