ACCOUNTS & FINANCE MANAGER AT AAA FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMPANY LIMITED | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

AAA Finance and Investment Company Limited is a fast growing Finance House company established in 2018 and promoted by reputable investors. AA Finance and Investment Company limited is registered and licensed by Central Bank of Nigeria as a Finance House  to provide financial services.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-caliber Accounts & Finance Manager to serve as the chief architect of our financial integrity in Victoria Island, Lagos. This is a senior-level role (5–7 years experience) designed for a "Financial Strategist"—someone who can navigate the complexities of the financial services sector, from rigorous IFRS reporting to strategic budget optimization.

Your mission is to oversee the entire financial ecosystem of the firm. You will be responsible for the accuracy of our financial statements, the efficiency of our tax strategies, and the readiness of our records for internal and external audits. If you are a Chartered Accountant (ICAN/ACCA) with the technical depth to manage complex ERP systems and the analytical prowess to drive financial modeling, we want you to lead our finance function.

Requirements:

1. Financial Reporting & IFRS Compliance

• Reporting Excellence: Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in strict accordance with IFRS and local regulatory standards.

• Audit Stewardship: Manage the end-to-end audit process, acting as the primary liaison for external auditors to ensure "Clean" audit opinions and minimal management letter points.

• General Ledger Integrity: Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, ensuring all reconciliations (bank, vendor, and intercompany) are forensic-ready.

2. Budgeting & Financial Modeling

• Capital Allocation: Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts, providing leadership with data-backed insights on cost-saving opportunities and revenue growth.

• Advanced Modeling: Create sophisticated financial models to evaluate business cases, investment opportunities, and long-term liquidity requirements.

• ERP Optimization: Leverage high-tier financial software (SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks) to automate reporting and enhance data transparency.

3. Tax Governance & Regulatory Oversight

• Statutory Compliance: Ensure 100% accuracy and punctuality in the filing and remittance of all Nigerian taxes, including CIT, VAT, WHT, and PAYE.

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and optimize daily liquidity, ensuring the firm maintains healthy working capital ratios and investment-ready cash positions.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

• Certification (HIGHLY PREFERRED): Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN/ACA) or hold ACCA certification.

• Experience: 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a distinct preference for candidates from the Financial Services sector.

Technical Competencies

• Software Mastery: Proficiency in SAP, Oracle Financials, or QuickBooks.

• Analytical Skills: Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (Macro/VBA, Power Pivot) and financial modeling tools.

• Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of the Nigerian financial regulatory landscape and tax laws.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV / Application to: hiring@aaafinancegroup.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.