General Manager, Finance at Crown Interactive

Crown Interactive delivers innovative, cost-effective, service aggregation solutions to the Telecom, Media and Technology-based sectors. Starting in 2005, this London-based business has gained ground-breaking expertise integrating business systems with evolving information technology. Based on the local demands of emerging markets, a new operation has been launched with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria. We also have a base in Washington DC. Our uniquely qualified and highly skilled team includes a diverse make-up of international technology professionals. The company is guided by our operating principles of professionalism, integrity, efficiency, innovation, and unsurpassed customer service.

Crown Interactive is launching a world-class Service Aggregator platform in Nigeria using cutting-edge Business Support Systems (BSS) platform. The service offering includes comprehensive order-to-cash services for local and international service providers who are seeking to outsource their business support systems with a minimum of capital expenditure. Additionally, Crown Interactive has established a Nigerian-based products operation with exclusive distribution rights to provide highly innovative 3G data and voice Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) for individual consumers and small-to-medium businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager, Finance

Location: Lagos

Job Objective

• The GM, Finance will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring financial health, managing financial risks, and providing strategic financial leadership.
• The GM, Finance will work closely with other senior executives to drive the company’s growth and profitability while maintaining compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, financial reports, company audits, compliance, and bank relationships. The GM Finance will collaborate with the CEO and the executive team to make decisions regarding company's financial strategy and operations. 
• The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in finance and management, perform effective risk management and come up with an organization’s financial strategy that will drive business growth. The CFO will interface with the board of directors as well as manage the expectation of the board through effective communication 

Key Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Develop and lead the company's financial strategy aligned with long-term SaaS and enterprise goals.
• Partner with executive leadership to drive profitability and capital efficiency.
• Evaluate strategic business decisions including pricing models, SaaS revenue structures, and enterprise project margins.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modelling.
• Provide detailed financial insights to support decision-making and growth plans.
• Monitor key SaaS metrics and enterprise financial performance.

Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
• Oversee all accounting operations including billing, collections, payroll, and tax.
• Lead audits and ensure financial policies and internal controls are followed.

Investor Relations & Fundraising:

• Lead financial reporting and communication with investors, board members, and stakeholders.
• Support fundraising and capital-raising efforts (debt/equity), especially for SaaS scaling.

Cash Flow & Risk Management:

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support operations.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks including currency, credit, and operational risks.
• Operational Efficiency
• Drive financial automation, implementation, and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to align finance with go-to-market strategies.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Experience and Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years’ experience in financial management with at least 7 years in a leadership role
• Industry experience is a must have (Technology : SAAS, Enterprise and Public Sector)
• First degree in Accounting or Finance
• A master’s degree will be an added advantage
• The ideal candidate must have an ICAN, ACCA or CIMA certification
• Experience working with startups and large corporate establishment and public sector will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of Enterprise and SaaS business Key Performance Indicators
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis and reporting, risk management and capital management
• Ability to execute on and motivate a team around 
• Experience in board management Excellent leadership and managerial skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Strong finance-based analytical skills
• Experience working cross functionally with different platforms to create a cohesive growth plan
• Results oriented - accountable for short- and long-term success
• Strong background of operational and financial rigor and excellence
• Proficiency with financial management software and ERP systems
• Proficiency using excel and data analysis reporting tools.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles and corporate governance 
• Good negotiation skills.

Application Closing Date
Not specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CVs to: careers@crowninterative.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.