Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Managing Director / Board of Directors

Overview

The Chief Financial Officer will lead the company’s financial strategy and operations, ensuring fiscal discipline, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth. The role requires a results-driven leader with strong financial acumen, governance expertise, and the ability to align finance with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute financial strategies to drive profitability and business growth.

- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.

- Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax and financial regulations.

- Manage cash flow, capital structure, and working capital efficiency.

- Lead and mentor the finance and accounts team.

- Liaise with banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

- Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks.

- Drive automation and process optimization using tools such as SAP (FICO), Excel, and Google Sheets.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

- Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, or CPA) required.

- Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience.

- Strong understanding of Nigerian financial laws and reporting standards.

- Excellent relationships with major banks in Nigeria.

- High integrity, leadership ability, and strong communication skills.

Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to 📧 cv@ascentech.com.ng

using “Chief Financial Officer – Lagos” as the email subject.

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