Finance Lead

Responsibilities:

• Financial management & accounting: oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Payroll & tax compliance: manage payroll processes, tax filings, and employee compensation structures.
• Fundraising & investor relations: identify, engage, and secure investors for funding rounds. Build and maintain strong relationships with venture capitalists, angel investors, and institutional investors.
• Tech startup fundraising ecosystem: develop and execute fundraising strategies for pre-seed, seed, and Series A/B rounds. Ensure smooth financial operations to attract venture funding.
• Financial planning & analysis: provide insights into business performance, financial health, and growth strategies to executive leadership.
• Risk management: monitor financial risks, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and optimise capital structure.
• Strategic advisory: partner with the executive team to shape the company’s financial future and drive business expansion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. MBA or CFA is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as ICAN, CPA, ACCA, or CFA are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in finance, accounting, fundraising, and investor relations, preferably in the tech or startup ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, fundraising strategies, and investor communication.
• Proven track record in securing funding and managing venture capital or private equity relationships.
• Knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with startup financial management, burn rate analysis, and capital allocation strategies.

Location: Abuja

Work Structure: Hybrid