Head of Finance

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy, planning, and operations of a premium hospitality organization in Abuja. The role will build and manage a robust finance function, ensure sound governance, regulatory compliance, and support sustainable business growth.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s financial strategy in line with business objectives.
• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and long‑term modelling activities.
• Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts and performance reports for executive management.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital and treasury operations.
• Oversee capital expenditure planning, procurement payments, vendor management and investment monitoring.
• Develop financial models for revenue forecasting, pricing, profitability analysis and expansion.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies and governance frameworks.
• Supervise accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets and general ledger.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate statutory audits and liaise with external auditors, tax consultants and regulators.
• Guarantee compliance with Nigerian regulations such as FIRS, PAYE, Pension, NSITF, NHF and CAC.
• Oversee membership billing, collections, revenue assurance and financial reconciliations.
• Monitor business performance through KPI reporting and variance analysis.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and financial implications of strategic initiatives.
• Advise senior management on pricing, profitability, cost optimisation and capital allocation.
• Develop policies, SOPs and reporting frameworks to improve efficiency.
• Lead, mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.
• Manage relationships with banks, investors and key external stakeholders.
• Support contract negotiations and procurement decisions from a financial perspective.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all financial information.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience with at least 2 years in a senior finance leadership role.
• Experience in hospitality, healthcare, real estate, private clubs or luxury services is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax laws and corporate finance.
• Proven track record in cash‑flow, treasury and capital‑expenditure management.
• Experience overseeing procurement finance, contract management and foreign‑exchange transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to establish financial systems, controls and reporting structures.
• Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and business analysis skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems such as Sage, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or Zoho Books.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Residency in Abuja or willingness to relocate.

Required skills

• Sage
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Dynamics
• SAP
• Oracle
• Zoho Books
• Microsoft Excel