Head of Finance & Investor Relations

Responsibilities:

• Financial Management & Accounting: Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with regulatory standard.
• Payroll & Tax Compliance: Manage payroll processes, tax filings, and employee compensation structures
• Fundraising & Investor Relations: Identify, engage, and secure investors for funding rounds. Build and maintain strong relationships with venture capitalists, angel investors, and institutional investors.
• Tech Startup Fundraising Ecosystem: Develop and execute fundraising strategies for pre-seed, seed, and Series A/B rounds. Ensure smooth financial operations to attract venture funding.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Provide insights into business performance, financial health, and growth strategies to executive leadership.
• Risk Management: Monitor financial risks, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and optimize capital structure.
• Strategic Advisory: Partner with the executive team to shape the company’s financial future and drive business expansion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or CFA is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-7 years of experience in finance, accounting, fundraising, and investor relations, preferably in the tech or startup ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, fundraising strategies, and investor communication.
• Proven track record in securing funding and managing venture capital or private equity relationships.
• Knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with startup financial management, burn rate analysis, and capital allocation strategies.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a high-growth tech company.
• Lead fundraising efforts and interact with top investors in the tech space.
• Work with a passionate and innovative team driving transformation in Africa.
• Competitive salary and equity options based on performance.