Chief Finance Officer

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting:

• Oversee and manage the accounts of all Ewokor Group businesses
• Prepare and consolidate accurate, transparent, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Provide management with clear financial insights to support decision-making

Budgeting, Forecasting & Profitability:

• Develop group-wide budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Track performance against budget and recommend corrective actions
• Drive profitability and margin improvement across business units
• Build financial models to project revenue, expenses, and break-even points for new operational phases.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Manage daily cash flow, working capital, and CAPEX requirements to ensure the businesses never run out of operating cash.
• Oversee receivables, payables, and expense approvals
• Scrutinize operating expenses (energy, logistics, packaging) and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Establish rigid cash reconciliation processes for point-of-sale terminals, ensuring every naira collected is banked or accounted for.

Internal Controls & Risk Management:

• Design, implement, and enforce strong internal control systems
• Prevent fraud, revenue leakage, and financial inefficiencies
• Oversee internal audits and financial reviews
• Ensure compliance with approved financial policies and procedures
• Ensure full compliance with Nigerian tax and statutory requirements (VAT, PAYE, WHT, Company Income Tax, FIRS & State IRS)
• Oversee timely filing and remittance of taxes and be penalty-free
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities

Strategic & Board Support:

• Work with the Head of Procurement to audit supplier prices regularly, ensuring we are getting the best market rates.
• Lead and structure the Group Finance & Accounts function & Build a finance team capable of supporting growth and scale
• Provide financial input for new ventures, investments, and expansion
• Prepare board-level financial reports and presentations
• Support fundraising, partnerships, and strategic initiatives
• Act as a trusted financial advisor to executive leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA)—highly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years relevant finance experience
• Prior experience managing multiple business entities or group structures
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory environment
• Experience in retail, FMCG, hospitality, logistics, or operations-driven businesses is an advantage

Location: NTA road