JOB SUMMARY
The head of Finance will provide strategic leadership across financial management, operational efficiency, compliance, and governance within a fast-paced fintech environment. This role is responsible for driving financial performance, strengthening operational processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting scalable growth.
KEY DUTIES
Lead the company's financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Oversee financial reporting, management accounts, cash flow management, and statutory reporting.
Provide accurate financial insights and analysis to support executive decision-making.
Manage cost optimization, revenue tracking, and profitability analysis across products and business units.
Ensure strong financial controls, policies, and procedures are in place and consistently applied.
Oversee audit processes (internal and external) and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
Maintain compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, banks, and financial partners.
Oversee day-to-day operational functions to ensure efficiency, scalability, and service reliability.
Design, implement, and continuously improve operational processes, workflows, and controls.
Ensure alignment between operations, technology, finance, and business teams.
Drive automation and process optimization in line with fintech best practices.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (CBN, NDIC, PCI-DSS, NDPR, AML/CFT, etc., as applicable).
Oversee enterprise risk management, including financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
Work closely with Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams to manage regulatory audits and inspections.
Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance and operations teams.
Partner with the CEO and executive team to support strategic initiatives and growth plans.
Provide regular reports and updates to management and the Board as required.
Support fundraising, investor relations, and due diligence activities when required.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
8 to 12 years of related work experience with at least 3 years in a Head of Internal Audit role or equivalent
In-depth knowledge of Federal regulations
In-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping
Ability to effectively communicate with Board of Trustees and Senior Management.
Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models
Proficiency in accounting software
Solid analytical and decision-making skills
Leadership skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
MSc/MBA or relevant certification (e.g. ICAN/ACCA)