Chief Financial Officer at a Leading Pan-African Medical Manufacturer and Distributor - Adexen Recruitment Agency

Posted on Wed 25th Mar, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client, a leading pan-African Manufacturer and Distributor of world-class medicine and medical supplies, is recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time

Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Operations:

  • Lead and modernise the finance and accounting function
  • Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements
  • Manage audit processes and relationships with external auditors
  • Ensure strict compliance with tax, regulatory and statutory requirements

Strategic Finance:

  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business growth objectives
  • Support strategic initiatives including expansion, investments and M&A
  • Evaluate and structure financing options (debt, equity, capital markets)
  • Play a key role in IPO preparation

Risk & Treasury Management:

  • Identify and manage financial risks (market, credit, FX, operational)
  • Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks
  • Optimise cash flow, liquidity and financing costs
  • Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial partners

Investor Relations:

  • Manage relationships with investors, analysts and financial institutions
  • Prepare and present financial performance and strategic updates
  • Lead financial communications and reporting

Performance & Cost Management:

  • Drive cost optimisation and operational efficiency initiatives
  • Monitor business performance and provide actionable insights

Team Leadership:

  • Lead, develop and structure a high-performing finance team
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and excellence
  • Work cross-functionally to support business objectives

Desired Skills and Experience
Education:

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
  • MBA (Finance) preferred
  • Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CMA) highly desirable

Experience:

  • Minimum 20 years of experience in senior finance leadership roles
  • Strong experience in manufacturing environments (Pharma or FMCG preferred)
  • Experience in IPO preparation or working within a listed company is a strong advantage

Technical Skills:

  • Strong financial modelling, analysis and forecasting capabilities
  • Solid knowledge of IFRS / GAAP and regulatory frameworks
  • Expertise in treasury, risk management and cost optimisation

Leadership & Personal Attributes:

  • Strong business acumen and strategic mindset
  • High integrity and ability to operate in complex environments
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven leadership with the ability to build and inspire teams
  • Resilient, execution-driven and results-oriented.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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