Manager, Finance & Account Lagos

Westfield Consulting Limited - Our client, an innovation-led, and technology-driven knowledge organization is recruiting to fill the position below: JobListings Job Title:  Manager,  Finance & Account

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Grade: Assistant Manager – Deputy Manager

Directly reports to: Head Finance & Account/Executive  Management Description

The Finance & Accounts Manager is responsible for driving financial stewardship, business performance, and financial governance. The role provides strategic and operational leadership in financial reporting, budgeting, treasury management, financial planning, risk management, compliance, and process optimization to support sustainable growth, informed decision-making, and organizational resilience

Lead the preparation of accurate and timely management accounts and financial reports. Provide financial insights to support strategic and operational decision-making. Monitor financial performance, profitability, cash flow, and budget utilization.

Coordinate annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Conduct variance analysis, scenario planning, and financial modelling. Support strategic initiatives through robust financial evaluation and business case development.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Management

Manage liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and treasury operations. Optimize working capital and banking relationships. Ensure timely settlement of financial obligations and investment monitoring.

Oversee receivables recovery and payables management. Ensure financial transactions are properly authorized, documented, and reconciled. Monitor vendor balances and outstanding commitments.

Tax, Compliance & Financial Governance:

Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements. Strengthen internal controls, risk management, and governance practices Provide proactive advice on emerging regulatory and compliance matters.

Coordinate internal and external audit activities. Drive timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations. Maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

Champion process automation, digital finance initiatives, and continuous improvement. Enhance financial reporting systems, controls, and data integrity. Drive operational efficiency through technology-enabled finance solutions

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field will be an added advantage. 7–9 years of relevant professional experience, with substantial experience in Finance & Accounts. ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CPA or equivalent professional certification required Minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity within a reputable organisation. Demonstrable experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, financial analysis, audit coordination, and internal controls. Experience in preparing management accounts, financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports. Proficiency in ERP systems, financial modelling tools, Advanced Excel, and financial analytics platforms

Financial Reporting & Analysis Budgeting & Financial Planning Treasury & Cash Flow Management Financial Modelling Tax & Regulatory Compliance Audit & Internal Controls Risk Management IFRS & Financial Governance ERP & Financial Systems Data Analytics.

N15.2 million – N16.6 million (Gross Annual Salary). Application Closing Date

Not Specified. How to Apply

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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.