Head of Finance and Controlling at Atmosfair

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Head of Finance and Controlling to lead all financial and controlling functions and act as a key partner to operations and management. This role is central to ensuring financial transparency, discipline, and strategic decision support as we scale our clean cooking business across Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight (50%)

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure sustainable growth
• Oversee accounting, controlling, liquidity, and risk management, ensuring full compliance
• Provide accurate and timely financial reports, KPIs, and analyses to support management decisions
• Implement and optimise ERP-based processes connecting production, inventory, sales, and payments
• Build, lead, and develop the finance and controlling team

Stakeholder Management (30%)

• Work closely with sales, operations, and HR to integrate financial insights into decision-making
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, service providers, and governmental authorities
• Represent the organization confidently in high-level institutional discussions and negotiations

Strategy (20%)

• Contribute to long-term business planning, including financial models for expansion and subsidy design
• Develop financial structures to support micro-credit and affordability schemes for low-income households
• Provide data-driven input to strengthen the organization's role as a leading clean-cooking enterprise in Nigeria

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business field
• Registration as a Chartered Accountant (ICAN/ACCA) strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in finance and controlling, ideally in manufacturing or a related industry
• Proven track record in budgeting, cost control, and working capital management