Accounting, Tax, Audit & Treasury Lead at HealthCap Africa

HealthCap Africa is a leading venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage fintech and healthtech startups across the African continent. With a strategic focus on the Big Four Markets and Sub-Saharan Africa, we aim to foster innovation and drive growth in the dynamic fintech and healthtech sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounting, Tax, Audit & Treasury Lead

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• We are seeking a proactive, strategic finance and accounting rockstar who goes beyond traditional accounting.
• This role will ensure financial compliance, drive efficient cash flow management, and deliver insights that support our growth trajectory.
• You will be instrumental in translating financial data into actionable strategies that drive business objectives and foster financial health.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting:

• Oversee financial accounting processes, including general ledger, balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow.
• Prepare and present GAAP-compliant financial statements accurately and on schedule.

Tax Compliance and Strategy:

• Manage local and international tax compliance, aligning strategies with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement tax optimization strategies that align with growth objectives.

Treasury Management:

• Oversee cash flow and banking relationships, ensuring liquidity management and optimized financing.
• Develop investment strategies that maximize short-term returns and ensure financial security.

Audit Preparation:

• Coordinate with auditors to ensure comprehensive audit readiness.
• Implement audit-efficient processes to streamline future audit cycles.

Strategic Financial Advisory:

• Deliver financial insights and forecasts that support strategic decision-making.
• Work with senior management to align financial strategies with broader business plans.

System Management:

• Utilize Zoho Books for comprehensive financial management; explore additional tools to enhance financial efficiency.
• Recommend and implement best-in-class financial systems that support scalability.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, or equivalent) with 4+ years in a similar role, ideally in a high-growth environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory requirements; familiarity with international tax compliance is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in treasury and cash flow management.
• Analytical acumen for interpreting complex data into actionable strategies.
• Strong communication skills for engaging cross-functional stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Salary: N500,000 - N700,000 per month. 
• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead and grow with a dynamic team in a high-growth environment.
• Continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A work culture that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.

Application Closing Date
7th November, 2024. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.