Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Plc is a full-service banking group headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, driven by the vision to be the premier financial services group of African origin. We are currently looking for a dynamic and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across FCMB Capital Markets Ltd and FCMB Trustees Ltd, ensuring long-term growth and robust financial governance.

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies to drive profitability, optimise financial performance, and strengthen the market position of both businesses.
• Advise Managing Directors and Boards on financial performance, business strategy, investment decisions, and risk management.
• Oversee comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, and capital allocation.
• Ensure strict compliance with IFRS, tax requirements, and regulatory guidelines set by the SEC, CAC, FIRS, and LIRS.
• Drive digital transformation through improved financial systems, process optimisation, and advanced data analytics.
• Build and mentor high-performing finance teams while fostering strong relationships with external auditors and regulators.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; a Master's degree in Finance is preferred.
• Professional accounting certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CFA is highly desirable, along with SEC Sponsored Individual status.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive leadership role within investment banking or financial services.
• Comprehensive expertise in corporate finance, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk management, and tax strategy.
• Exceptional board-level advisory skills, commercial acumen, and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives and annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and insurance coverage for executives and dependents.
• Official mobility support and executive allowances.
• Continuous professional development and executive learning opportunities.

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