Chief Financial Officer Fintech

Work Schedule: Hybrid

Compensation: Base Pay ranges BTW N35m to N55m per annum other interesting benefits.

About Company: Our client is a profitablebootstrapping payment company in Nigeria with operations in over 8 African countries.

The Company is seeking to hire a highly competent and wellrespected Chief Financial Officer to work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors. The purpose of the role is to be a key member of the executive team responsible for the ongoing growth and success of the business.

The finance team consist of 5 people so the CFO will ensure the smooth management and efficiency within the finance department. This is a broad position which includes elements of business partnering with the CEO and working closely on the commercial and financial strategy of the organization.

Key Deliverables:

Support the overall financial performance of the company.

Manage the treasury of the company

Ensure the financial sustainability and profitability of the company

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with the CEO and other members of the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the 5year business plan.

Owning the financial strategy of the business and contributing to the commercial strategy.

Owning the P&L function and delivering insightful Management Information.

Effectively managing and developing a finance team of 5 people.

Ensuring there is a robust controls environment.

Oversight over all financial governance.

Exploring new strategic initiatives.

Managing a smooth audit process.

Manage cash flow for the whole company.

Decide on any legal accounting and tax matters.

Adhoc projects to support the CEO

Requirements

Must be a qualified and chartered accountant preferably (ACA FCCA ACMA)

10 years working experience preferably in a high volume financial operating environment

Work experience in any of the big 4 either locally or internationally is a plus

Relevant experience within the Fintech industry

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Commitment to continuously improve and optimize processes

Strong business partnering skills; the ability to provide strategic analytical and operational support a wellrounded business person

Commercial flair and acumen highly analytical and the ability to see the big picture whilst not losing sight of the detail

Must have vision to lead and be inspirational to others

Must drive a performance culture. Sets targets reviews and measures.

A robust character. Prepared to make difficult and unpopular decisions when needed including those involving people and standards. Has the personal resilience to challenge on key matters and influence others

Benefits