Prestigious Consulting is a professional HR consultancy firm. We focus on improving organizational performance through strategic people & process management.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Finance Analyst
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Head of Finance to lead the company’s financial direction, support executive decision-making, and build a robust finance function to drive sustainable growth.
- This is a high-impact leadership role, not a back-office position.
- You will serve as a key advisor to the Managing Partner, shaping financial strategy, overseeing complex financial modelling, and ensuring strong financial governance across a growing portfolio of consulting, project finance, and advisory engagements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership:
- Partner with leadership to define and execute financial strategy aligned with growth objectives
- Provide data-driven insights on pricing, investments, and capital allocation
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Financial Modelling & Analysis:
- Build and manage advanced financial models (3-statement models, DCF, NPV, IRR)
- Conduct scenario analysis, investment appraisal, and valuation modelling
- Translate financial data into clear insights for strategic decision-making
Performance Management & Reporting:
- Develop financial dashboards, management reports, and KPI tracking systems
- Monitor business performance and recommend corrective actions
- Deliver investor-ready financial reports and board-level presentations
Investment & Project Finance:
- Lead feasibility studies, financial due diligence, and deal evaluation
- Structure financing solutions (equity, debt, grants, blended finance)
- Engage with DFIs, investors, and financial institutions
Risk Management & Compliance:
- Establish financial controls, policies, and risk management frameworks
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and Nigerian regulations (FIRS, CAC, etc.)
- Oversee tax planning and statutory reporting
Team Leadership & Systems:
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team
- Implement financial systems, ERP tools, and reporting structures
- Drive process improvements and financial discipline across the organization
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- ACA, ACCA, or CFA (required) | MBA is an advantage
- 8–10 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Strong expertise in financial modelling, corporate finance, and investment analysis
- Experience in consulting, investment, manufacturing, or project-driven environments
- Solid knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and tax frameworks
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong commercial and strategic mindset
- Ability to translate numbers into business insights
- Executive presence with strong stakeholder management skills
- High integrity, analytical rigour, and results-driven approach
- Experience working across African markets or with DFIs/investors is a plus.
- Experience in Financial Modelling is a plus
Salary
N700,000 - N800,000 Monthly
Application Closing Date
26th April, 2026.
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