General Finance Manager at Wells Accounting and Tax Services

Wells Accounting and Tax Services is specialized in accounting, tax advisory, bookkeeping, financial planning, and accounting and business consultancy services to help your businesses achieve it's goals and make your organization stand out.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Finance Manager

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive General Financial Manager to oversee the overall financial operations and key administrative functions of our firm.
• The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in accounting, taxation, audit, and financial management, with exceptional leadership skills to manage multiple departments including Finance, HR & Administration, and Marketing.
• This role requires a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who can drive operational efficiency, ensure compliance, foster staff development, and provide innovative solutions that support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, auditing, taxation, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal control policies.
• Develop and implement effective financial strategies and policies to drive growth and sustainability.
• Supervise and coordinate the Finance, HR & Admin, and Marketing teams, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Review financial data and performance metrics to support management decision-making.
• Drive operational efficiency and identify opportunities for cost optimization and business expansion.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Managing Director in planning and executing company goals.
• Maintain smooth daily operations and ensure the company runs efficiently even in the MD’s absence.
• Lead initiatives to improve internal systems, processes, and team productivity.
• Represent the company professionally in engagements with clients, partners, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, or CFA is required.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management, accounting, or audit — preferably in a financial services or consulting environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple departments or cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive thinker with a track record of implementing improvements and driving results.

Salary
N500,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2025.