Finance Manager at SpaceFinish Africa

Spacefinish is one of Africa’s leading Design/Build company that specialises in office spaces. We have a core team of 20 professionals, and network of +40 consultant partners across multiple African countries.

At Spacefinish we do not see ourselves as just Project Managers and Designers, rather we see ourselves as influencers of work culture and brand identity for our clients. Our clients have undergone huge “internal” brand transformation as a result of the spaces we have delivered to them. We have gathered data that shows that our human centered approach to workspace design and construction has positively changed employee behavior.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Mode: Hybrid
Department: Finance & Strategy
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Role Overview

• The Finance Manager will handle the company’s financial health by managing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance processes.
• This individual will work closely with leadership to align financial planning with the company’s strategic direction, ensuring that Spacefinish continues to scale sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop, implement, and monitor annual budgets and forecasts that align with business objectives.
• Financial Strategy: Support the leadership team in financial planning, fundraising, and capital structuring decisions.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and analyze financial reports to provide insights into company performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Tax & Compliance: Ensure timely tax filings, compliance with financial regulations, and liaise with tax authorities (LIRS, FIRS).
• Financial Modeling: Develop models to support business planning, cost optimization, and investment decision-making.
• Financial Control: Oversee accounting operations, audit preparation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage finance team members to build capacity and accountability.

Success Metrics

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Effective budget management and cost optimization.
• Improved financial efficiency and compliance.
• Successful fundraising or investment outcomes.
• Contribution to business growth and profitability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certification (ACCA, ICAN, CFA) is required.
• Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience managing an organization with annual revenue above ₦700 million.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, fundraising, and investment planning.
• Experience in industries like construction, real estate, consulting, or design/build is an advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Acumen & Strategic Thinking
• Leadership & People Management
• Operational Excellence
• Business Planning & Analysis
• Treasury & Cash Flow Management
• Tax Management & IFRS Knowledge
• Communication & Stakeholder Management.

Salary
N800,000 net monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online