Senior Finance Officer at Worknigeria

Worknigeria was established with a Singular Vision. To help the vast Nigerian workforce find meaningful jobs. We are also on a mission to upskill them in the best ways possible and help them grow with and within their careers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and strategicSenior Finance Officer to lead and oversee our finance and accounting operations.
• The ideal candidate is a Chartered Accountant with at least 4 years of experience, preferably within a professional services or consulting environment. 
• The role requires a dynamic individual with strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and the ability to contribute to business decision-making and growth strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements in compliance with applicable standards (IFRS).
• Develop financial strategies and provide insights to support business objectives.
• Manage relationships with banks, tax authorities, auditors, and other financial stakeholders.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Support senior management with data-driven financial analysis and performance metrics.
• Supervise and mentor finance staff, ensuring continuous development and performance improvement.
• Drive cost efficiency initiatives and identify opportunities for financial optimisation.

Requirements

• B.Sc. / HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience
• Experience in a consulting, professional services, or similar fast-paced environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, IFRS, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary
N300,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
11th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified chartered accountant should send their CV to: careers@worknigeria.com using the job Title as the email subject.