Finance Manager

About the role

The Finance Manager will lead the finance function for a multi‑store retail operation, ensuring accurate reporting, statutory compliance and robust financial controls. This senior position partners with retail, merchandising and operations teams to drive profitability and support strategic expansion.

Key responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, quarterly reviews, annual statutory statements and specialised brand reporting while ensuring compliance with Nigerian GAAP/IFRS and tax regulations.
• Design and enforce internal control frameworks for cash handling, procurement, payments and expense approvals to prevent revenue leakage and fraud.
• Track gross margins, analyse store‑level P&L performance and control operating expenditures against budgets, providing actionable recommendations to retail operations.
• Build cash‑flow forecasts, optimise working capital, manage banking and treasury operations and apply hedging strategies to mitigate FX risk.
• Develop financial dashboards, monitor operational KPIs and lead the finance team, establishing SOPs for month‑end close and audit preparation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional accreditation – ACA (ICAN), ACCA or CPA (CFA is a plus).
• 8–12+ years of progressive finance experience with leadership in finance function setup, multi‑store P&L oversight and clean audit execution.
• Direct experience in retail or other multi‑site operations such as consumer electronics, fashion, FMCG or hospitality.