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Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

ShopEx • Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
30+ days ago
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Job description
In partnership with our client, we are seeking a Financial Accountant to play a pivotal role in the financial operations of one of Africa's most exciting multi-channel retail businesses. This is a company that sells innovative, proven products across TV, online, phone, catalogues, social media, and retail partnerships spanning the entire country. Behind every product that reaches a customer is a financial engine that needs to run with precision, clarity, and strategic intent. That is where you come in. If you are a sharp, analytical finance professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to make a real impact on a growing business, we want to meet you.Who are we looking for?
  • You are a qualified financial accountant with a minimum of 4 years of finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably within retail or consumer goods.
  • You are analytically strong and able to interpret complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights that drive business decisions.
  • You are a strategic thinker who understands how financial planning connects to business growth and can develop and implement strategies that support both.
  • You are a proven team leader who knows how to mentor, motivate, and develop a finance team towards high performance and continuous improvement.
  • You are a strong communicator who can present financial information confidently to leadership and influence decision-making at the highest level.
  • You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and operate with a level of integrity and dependability that inspires trust across the organisation.
  • You are adaptable and thrive under pressure, maintaining financial discipline even as business needs shift and evolve.
  • You are proficient in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Your Responsibilities…Budgeting & Forecasting
  • You will develop and manage comprehensive budgets, financial forecasts, and reports that support strategic decision-making across the business.
  • You will ensure that financial planning is proactive, accurate, and aligned with the company's growth objectives.
  • Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • You will conduct thorough financial analysis to identify trends, forecast future performance, and present clear insights to the leadership team.
  • You will own financial reporting across the business, ensuring leadership always has accurate and timely information to act on.
Cash Flow Management
  • You will ensure the efficient management of the company's cash flow to sustain daily operations and support strategic initiatives.
  • You will monitor liquidity closely and flag risks before they impact business continuity.
  • Compliance & Risk Management
  • You will oversee compliance with statutory law and financial regulations, ensuring the business operates within all legal and regulatory requirements.
  • You will proactively manage financial risk, putting controls in place to protect the organisation's financial integrity.
Stakeholder Management
  • You will work closely with department heads and external partners including banks and investors to optimise financial performance and alignment.
  • You will build strong working relationships across the business, serving as a trusted financial partner to leadership and key stakeholders.
Team Leadership
  • You will lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • You will mentor team members and invest in their growth, building a finance function that scales with the business.
What Success looks like…
  • Budgets and forecasts are accurate, comprehensive, and delivered on time, giving leadership the clarity needed to make bold and informed decisions.
  • Cash flow is managed efficiently with no disruptions to daily operations or strategic initiatives.
  • The business maintains full statutory and regulatory compliance with zero penalties or audit findings.
  • Financial risks are identified and mitigated proactively, with clear controls in place across all financial operations.
  • The finance team is high-performing, well-developed, and operating with increasing capability and confidence.
  • Financial reports and insights are consistently delivered on time, are reliable, and directly inform business growth planning.
To be considered for this role you should have…
  • A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional qualifications such as ACCA, CFA, or CPA is highly desirable.
  • Completed ICAN qualification is mandatory.
  • A minimum of 4 years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in retail or consumer goods.
  • Strong strategic financial acumen with a proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned to business goals.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
Challenges you may face in this role…
  • Managing financial operations across a multi-channel retail business with diverse revenue streams and complex reporting requirements.
  • Maintaining compliance and financial discipline in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly and business demands are high.
  • Building and sustaining a high-performing finance team while simultaneously managing the day-to-day demands of the financial function.
  • Navigating stakeholder relationships across internal departments and external partners including banks and investors with competing priorities.
  • Balancing strategic financial planning with the operational demands of a growing, dynamic retail business.
The Goodies…
  • Competitive salary package including health insurance and pension.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements with a blend of remote and in-office work.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a pioneering multi-channel retail business.
  • A dynamic, fast-paced work environment where your financial expertise directly shapes the direction and growth of the organisation.
  • The chance to work with one of Africa's most innovative retail brands at a pivotal stage of its growth.
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