Financial Services

Chief Financial Officer

Black Pelican Group·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Internship
Financial ServicesFull TimeInternship
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Job Summary

The Chief Finance Officer will be responsible for managing the financial health of the company while spearheading major projects that align with the organization's strategic objectives. This role demands a strong leader with exceptional financial acumen, strategic thinking, and project management skills to ensure long-term financial sustainability, risk management, and business growth.

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Performance

  • Lead the development and execution of Groupwide financial strategies, ensuring alignment with the Group's direction, business goals, and longterm sustainability.
  • Provide financial insights and decision support to the CEO and executive leadership team.
  • Drive budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning, and financial performance reviews across all business units.
  • Oversee capital planning, investment decisions, and ROI evaluations.

Financial Reporting & Governance

  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in line with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
  • Strengthen financial governance, compliance frameworks, and internal control systems. Coordinate external and internal audits and ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
  • Oversee tax planning, compliance, and optimisation across the Group.

Treasury, Liquidity & Working Capital

  • Manage liquidity, cash flow forecasting, treasury operations, and funding arrangements.
  • Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investors.
  • Implement costefficient financing strategies and manage foreign exchange exposure where applicable.

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Lead enterprise risk management (ERM) and ensure strong compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.
  • Champion financial discipline across the organisation.

Operational & Process Excellence

  • Drive finance process optimisation, automation, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Oversee procurement, cost control, and financial efficiency programmes, ensuring value-for-money outcomes.
  • Partner with business units to improve operational execution and financial accountability.

People Leadership

  • Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring capability building, performance excellence, and succession planning.
  • Foster a culture of financial discipline, continuous improvement, and ethical conduct across the Group.

Requirement:

  • B.Sc. in Finance/Accounting
  • M.Sc. in Finance/Accounting
  • Professional certification: ACA / ACCA
  • 15 years of cognate experience in finance and accounting.
  • Proven track record in a senior financial leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of project management, financial modeling, and investment analysis.

Why Join Black Pelican Group?

  • Lead and shape strategic initiatives within a company that values its people and prioritizes strong governance, robust staff welfare, and sustainable growth.
  • Drive organisational impact while leveraging structured learning, executive development, and exposure to best-in-class practices across finance, operations, and business strategy.
  • Influence high-value projects in premium residential, commercial, and lifestyle developments, with the opportunity to deliver measurable business results.
  • Be part of a leading lifestyle solutions brand, renowned for quality, innovation, and market leadership, where your decisions directly contribute to brand growth and organisational success.
  • Operate in a performance-driven environment where executive contributions are recognised, rewarded, and aligned with strategic goals, long-term incentives, and financial outcomes.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MAProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Black Pelican Group

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 6, 2026

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