Group Chief Financial Officer

About this role

The role is for a Group Chief Financial Officer based in Lagos, aimed at leading the financial strategy and reporting for a 360 creative media and marketing agency with over 16 years of experience and a portfolio of more than 40 brands across Africa. The CFO will oversee accounting, financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, risk management, tax compliance, and intercompany transactions, and will manage the finance team. The employer is a leading 360° creative media and marketing agency known for authentic African storytelling and impactful work. The position requires a Chartered Accountant with substantial senior finance experience, including group accounting and consolidation. The role involves coordinating with external auditors, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure financial integrity and strategic financial support for growth.

What you would do

• Develop and implement the group’s financial strategy, budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business planning and investment decisions.
• Oversee accounting and financial reporting functions to ensure accurate information.
• Lead preparation and review of financial statements, management accounts, and schedules.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and overall financial position.
• Monitor costs and identify efficiencies to improve profitability.
• Identify and manage financial and operational risks with internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee tax planning, compliance, and timely filing of tax returns.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, regulators, and advisers; lead and develop the finance team.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Qualified with ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
• 5–7 years’ senior accounting or financial management experience, preferably at group level.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, planning, budgeting and analysis.
• Experience managing tax and NRS matters and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in group accounting, intercompany transactions, and consolidation.
• Leadership and people-management skills; ability to lead a diverse team.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in marketing/advertising/creative agencies is an added advantage.

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