The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a key strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, providing leadership and direction for all financial aspects of the organization.
The role is responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring robust financial controls, supporting business growth, and sustaining long-term organizational stability.
The CFO will oversee financial planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, treasury, taxation, and compliance, while providing strategic insights and risk management guidance to support informed decision-making and organizational efficiency.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Provide strategic financial leadership and contribute to the overall business strategy and growth objectives.
Partner with executive management to identify business opportunities, assess financial risks, and drive sustainable profitability.
Support long-term financial forecasting, capital structure optimization, and investment strategy.
Financial Management & Reporting:
Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with IFRS and other applicable standards.
Ensure effective internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance frameworks are in place and maintained.
Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and performance reporting.
Present financial performance reports and recommendations to the CEO, Board, and relevant committees.
Treasury & Risk Management:
Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning.
Develop and implement strategies for managing financial risks, including foreign exchange, credit, and market exposure.
Maintain effective relationships with financial institutions, investors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Corporate Governance & Compliance:
Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, tax obligations, and corporate governance principles.
Supervise internal and external audit processes, ensuring accountability and transparency.
Provide leadership in developing and maintaining a culture of financial integrity and ethical practice across the organization.
Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance team to achieve high performance and professional growth.
Foster collaboration across departments to ensure alignment between financial goals and business operations.
Academic Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
A master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or related field is an advantage.
Professional Qualification:
A fellow /Associate member in a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, CISA or equivalent is required.
Experience:
15–20 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a CFO capacity and Must have work in a manufacturing company for at least two (2) years in that same capacity.
Must have 2 years minimum manufacturing experience as a CFO
Key Skills and competencies:
Proven ability to multitask while paying strict attention to detail.
Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
A team player.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
An understanding of the latest trends and their role within the business environment.
Professional approach to costs and deadlines
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
Analytical and data-driven decision-making ability.
Integrity, professionalism, and high ethical standards.
Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while paying strict attention to details
Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and MS Office application skills with advanced Excel.
Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: recruitment@epayplusng.com using “Chief Financial Officer” as the subject of the email.
Note
Must have 2 years minimum manufacturing experience as a CFO
Candidates around Ibeju-Lekki and environs are encouraged to apply.