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Chief Finance Officer
About this role
The Chief Finance Officer will lead Prodigy Microfinance Bank's financial planning, reporting, risk management and financial activities from Lagos. The role requires current experience in banking or financial services and strong financial modelling skills to simplify complex data for non-finance stakeholders. It focuses on budgeting, financial statements, strategic growth analysis and cash flow management to support the organisation's objectives.
What you would do
- Lead the annual budgeting process and provide monthly/quarterly rolling forecasts.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and present insights to the executive team.
- Analyse market trends and competitor data to identify opportunities for expansion or cost-saving.
- Ensure compliance with local and federal regulations while maintaining robust internal controls.
- Oversee accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable teams and foster professional development.
- Monitor liquidity and manage investment strategies to optimise company capital.
What they are asking for
- Bachelor's degree with a 2:1 in accounting or finance; at least six years of continuous experience in finance and minimum two years in a managerial role within banking or financial services.
- Professional qualification such as ICAN or ACCA.
- Currently employed within a financial or banking institution.
- Experience building and maintaining financial models to support business decisions; strong business and commercial acumen; proven ability to use data to solve complex problems; effective financial presentation skills.
- Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; familiarity with BankOne accounting software; knowledge of BankOne core application is advantageous.
- Master's degree in accounting or finance is advantageous.
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