About the Role
CapitalSage Technology Limited is seeking a strategic and dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to spearhead our financial operations across multiple entities spanning fintech, payments, digital assets, and financial services. In this executive leadership role, you will oversee a complex portfolio operating in diverse regulatory environments, ensuring robust financial governance, strategic capital allocation, and seamless multi-currency consolidation.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and develop embedded financial controllers and business partners into a unified, high-performing finance function.
- Own the accuracy and timeliness of statutory and management accounts, ensuring strict compliance with IFRS and local GAAP standards.
- Direct complex regulatory reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including CBN, FCA, FINTRAC, and VARA.
- Coordinate multi-entity cash positions, 13-week cash forecasts, liquidity planning, and foreign exchange risk management with Group Treasury.
- Act as a strategic finance partner to Group CEOs and entity Managing Directors, driving unit economics, budgeting, and commercial decision-making.
- Manage statutory audits, tax compliance, and remediation of internal control findings.
- Oversee financial due diligence, business valuation, and integration for new business lines, acquisitions, and capital-raising initiatives.
- Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, ICAN, or equivalent) is essential; MBA, CFA, or treasury certifications are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance role within regulated financial services.
- Hands-on expertise in microfinance, commercial banking, payments (PSSP/PSP), or remittance (IMTO) sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation under IFRS, with advanced technical accounting skills (IFRS 9, 10, 15, 16).
- Proven track record of successfully managing regulatory relationships and reporting with central banks and international financial authorities.
- Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to shape the financial landscape of innovative fintech and digital asset solutions in Africa and beyond.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
- Dynamic leadership role with direct strategic influence on group-wide growth and expansion.