Group Chief Financial Officer at TalentSquare

At TalentSquare (RC 1453480), we help to find, grow and keep the remarkable assemblage of talent who are potential leaders in various fields as well as emerging specializations. We are champions of great organization culture and values, partnering with key business owners or hiring managers to help them build their organizations. Whether consulting for clients on how to build their teams, recruiting the right people, managing talents or developing programs for them, we are exceptionally focused on putting people (talent) first, and being as clear and transparent as possible to help our client's understand how people are important to their business performance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Chief Financial Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Technology

Job Description

• Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO) to join its executive leadership team.
• The GCFO will play a pivotal role in driving the financial performance of the group and its subsidiaries, formulating and implementing financial strategies aligned with the Group's overall vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and direction, partnering with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Management Team to achieve the Group's strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the Group's long-term goals, ensuring financial sustainability and maximizing return on investment.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial operations for the Group and its subsidiaries, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk management.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, financial advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Lead the finance team in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities for optimizing the Group's capital structure and cost of capital.
• Develop and oversee a robust financial control framework to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Foster a high-performing finance team with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a GCFO in a large, multi-subsidiary organization.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful financial strategies that drive growth and profitability.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and local statutory reporting requirements for public companies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) designation; an MBA is a plus.

Salary
N30,000,000 / Annual (Net)

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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