Senior Finance Officer at a Financial Services Company - Future Moves Recruitment Agency Limited (FMR Agency)

Future Moves Recruitment Agency Limited (FMR Agency) - Our client in the Financial Services industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Mode: Hybrid
Industry: Financial Services / Cross Border Payments experience required

Role Overview

• We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Officer to oversee key financial operations and ensure strong financial management within a growing financial services organization.
• The ideal candidate will be a hands-on finance professional with strong experience across financial reporting, accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis.
• This role requires someone who can manage multiple finance functions while providing accurate financial insights to support business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
• Manage financial accounting activities including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end closing
• Oversee bank and payment account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements including tax filings, VAT, withholding tax, and regulatory submissions
• Support external audit processes and coordinate documentation for financial reviews
• Monitor daily cash flow and manage treasury-related activities
• Maintain accurate records for accounts payable and receivable
• Develop financial reports, forecasts, and financial models to support management decision-making
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations.

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 6 - 8 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial management roles
• Experience within financial services, fintech, banking, or regulated financial institutions is an advantage.

Certifications & Technical Skills:

• ICAN (ACA) or ACCA qualification is required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems such as Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar tools
• Good understanding of IFRS standards, tax compliance, and financial reporting frameworks.

Salary
N1,000,000 Monthly + Other Benefits.

Application Closing Date
28th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@fmragency.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.