Senior Finance Manager at Adventure Capital Group

Adventure Capital Limited is an investment firm dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial ventures and creating unique, high-return opportunities for both active and passive investors. Focusing on industries such as Oil & Gas, IT & Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment, Agriculture, Consumer Goods, Hotels & Tourism, and Manufacturing, the company supports startups and growing businesses at all stages of development. By partnering with visionary entrepreneurs, Adventure Capital Limited strives to transform industries while delivering superior returns for its investors. The firm is committed to fostering collaboration between innovators and investors to achieve mutual success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Senior Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization, providing strategic financial guidance, and ensuring robust financial planning, reporting, and control systems.
• The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
• Provide strategic insights to support executive decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal policies
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulators.

Financial Performance & Analysis:

• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts
• Develop financial models and dashboards to track key performance indicators
• Identify cost optimization and revenue enhancement opportunities.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning
• Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships, and funding strategies.

Risk Management & Controls:

• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead and mentor the finance team to drive high performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations
• Present financial reports and insights to senior management and board-level stakeholders.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership and team management
• High level of integrity and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is mandatory
• Minimum of 8–12 years’ experience in finance, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role
• Experience in investment management or working with entrepreneurial ventures is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, taxation, and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, Power BI)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities
• Proficiency in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and auditing.

Application Closing Date
1st May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: evelyn.olanrewaju@adventurecapital.com.ng using "Senior Finance Manager Application" as the subject of the mail.