Head of Finance

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation and presentation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with organisational strategy.
• Oversee budget execution, revenue and expenditure control and provide regular management accounts and variance analysis.
• Lead budget performance reviews across branches and business units to strengthen accountability and financial discipline.
• Develop financial forecasting models and projections (monthly, quarterly, annually) to support decision making, drive productivity and cost optimization models.

Financial Reporting, Analysis & Governance

• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in line with IFRS and regulatory requirements, including Board papers and statutory submissions.
• Analyse financial performance, revenue trends, and cost drivers to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
• Drive implementation of emerging reporting standards, including sustainability standards.
• Ensure robust financial controls and risk management frameworks are in place across the organisation.

External Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and manage external audits, liaising with auditors and regulators, and ensuring timely publication of financial statements.
• Implement audit recommendations and maintain compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

Investment, Treasury & Capital Management

• Oversee investment and foreign exchange portfolios, ensuring compliance with ALCO and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor liquidity, approve investment decisions, and provide strategic advice to optimise returns and manage financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with capital adequacy requirements and advise management on capital structure and lending limits.
• Support ALCO processes and balance sheet optimisation to enhance liquidity, returns, and regulatory compliance.

Statutory Compliance & Tax Management

• Ensure full compliance with statutory obligations, including tax filings (VAT, PAYE, NSSF, WHT, LST) and regulatory returns.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and tax authorities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of submissions.
• Oversee tax planning and tax risk management to ensure compliance.

Leadership & Financial Stewardship

• Provide strategic leadership to the Finance function, ensuring sound financial governance, robust internal controls, regulatory compliance, and sustainable financial performance.
• Drive accountability and effective stewardship of the organisation’s financial resources to support operational efficiency and long-term institutional sustainability.

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day management of Finance Department staff, including performance oversight, accountability, and team effectiveness.
• Support workforce planning activities including recruitment, training coordination, leave management, succession planning, and capability management to strengthen departmental capacity and compliance.

Academic/Professional Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certification and membership (e.g. ACCA, ICPAU or equivalent).
• 10+ years’ experience in financial management, including at least 5 years in a managerial role within a regulated financial institution.
• Proven track record in financial strategy, reporting, budgeting, and managing complex financial operations.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, management accounting, financial reporting, taxation, governance, risk management, and internal controls.
• Advanced analytical capability in financial modelling, forecasting, and investment analysis to support data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in ERP/MIS environments and financial systems optimisation to enhance operational efficiency and reporting effectiveness.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, stakeholder engagement, people management, and corporate/regulatory reporting experience anchored in integrity, agility, customer centricity, and teamwork.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills, supported by sound business judgement and high professional integrity.