Head, Finance at CRC Credit Bureau Limited (Credit Reference Company)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to lead the finance function at CRC Credit Bureau Limited, a credit reference company based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and management to the finance department to ensure operational efficiency and accuracy
• Develop, implement, and oversee the company's financial strategy, aligning resources with business objectives
• Advise the CEO and executive team with financial strategy recommendations to guide corporate decision-making
• Perform risk management by analysing the company's liabilities, investments, and overall financial exposure
• Oversee all major financial decisions, including budgeting, auditing, and capital expenditure planning
• Ensure compliance with IFRS standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies
• Review financial reports and identify methods to reduce costs and improve profitability
• Maintain full control over financial records, documentation, and reporting frameworks
• Review, update, and improve financial procedures and internal control systems to strengthen governance
• Manage relationships with regulators, auditors, banks, and other key financial stakeholders
• Support business expansion initiatives through due diligence, investment appraisal, and financial modelling

Technical Competencies

• Financial strategy development and execution
• Risk management and financial exposure analysis
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Compliance with IFRS, tax laws, and regulatory frameworks
• Financial reporting and audit management
• Treasury and cash flow management
• Policy development and internal control design
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CFA (mandatory)

Required Experience

• Minimum of 8–10 years post-NYSC professional experience
• At least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role