Financial Controller at Terawork

ABOUT THE ROLE


We are looking for a passionate, self-driven, and experienced financial controller to join our growing team!
As we expand our operations across multiple jurisdictions, the financial controller will play a critical
leadership role in managing and enhancing our financial control environment. This is a unique opportunity
to drive transformation in a high-growth, digital-first company shaping the future of payments and financial services across Africa and beyond.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation


Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS and local GAAPs (e.g., US GAAP where applicable).
Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across entities.
Coordinate intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and consolidation journals.
Oversee FX accounting and multi-currency consolidation, including unrealized/realized gains and hedging treatments.


Financial Controls & Risk Management


Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control environment aligned with SOX-lite and audit standards.
Manage group-level compliance with financial and operational controls, including fraud risk management.
Ensure accurate revenue recognition, expense accruals, and provisioning policies.


Treasury & Cash Flow Management


Work with Treasury to manage cash positioning, bank relationships, funding allocations, and FX liquidity strategies.
Monitor working capital efficiency across business units and jurisdictions.


Audit & Tax Compliance


Coordinate annual external audit and manage relationships with auditors across multiple geographies.
Ensure compliance with tax laws, transfer pricing policies, and statutory filings in Nigeria, the US, and any new markets.
Support legal and regulatory audits by central banks and tax authorities.


Financial Systems & Process Optimization


Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP systems (NetSuite), accounting tools, and automation of reporting workflows.
Standardize processes for financial operations, reconciliations, and reporting across all subsidiaries.


Strategic Financial Leadership


Provide financial insights and risk assessments to the CFO, executive leadership, and Board.
Prepare board and investor-level reporting packs and analysis.
Support capital raises and international expansion initiatives.


Key Requirements

Education & Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) required.
MBA or master's degree in finance is a plus.
Must have completed the mandatory NYSC


Experience


10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including 5+ years in a controller or finance leadership role.
Experience in a fintech, banking, or regulated financial institution is highly preferred.
Track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency operations across jurisdictions.


Technical Skills


Strong knowledge of IFRS; working knowledge of local GAAPs (e.g., Nigeria, US) and tax laws.
Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Excel, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).
Experience managing cross-border FX accounting and treasury operations.


Behavioral Competencies


High integrity and professionalism.
Strong leadership, people management, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Strategic thinker with attention to detail and operational discipline.
Excellent communication skills, including experience preparing reports for boards.