Finance Manager

Gbenga Badejo and Co

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the agency’s financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections in line with business objectives.

• Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring accurate recording, processing, and reporting of all financial transactions.

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, financial statements, financial performance reports, and other relevant accounting schedules.

• Work closely with account management, creative, production, and project teams to develop campaign budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure projects remain financially viable.

• Review project cost estimates, client quotations, proposals, and campaign budgets to ensure appropriate pricing, cost recovery, and profit margins.

• Oversee client invoicing, accounts receivable, collections, vendor payments, and accounts payable to maintain healthy cash flow.

• Monitor client billing schedules, project advances, campaign expenses, and outstanding receivables, ensuring timely reconciliation and follow-up.

• Manage cash flow, working capital, bank reconciliations, and the agency’s overall financial position.

• Analyse financial results, identify budget variances, and recommend strategies to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.

• Oversee tax planning, tax filings, statutory payments, and other tax-related matters, including engagements with relevant tax authorities.

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and minimize financial risks.

• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring the timely provision of accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders on financial and accounting matters.

• Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a reputable institution.

• At least 5 years’ post- qualification experience required.

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA certification is preferred but not mandatory.

• Experience managing a Finance Department is essential.

• Must have the capacity to interface with and advise the senior leadership team.

• Proficiency in Sage and other accounting/financial software

• Proven People Management Experience

• Must be able to balance financial management and reporting skills with a strong overall business outlook.

• The ability to communicate effectively and make great presentations using MS Suite tools is vital.

• Applicants below 40 years of age are preferred.

Compensation

• This is a full-time role with competitive salary.

Application Closing Date

20th November, 2026.