About the Role
LawPavilion Business Solutions, Africa's premier LegalTech and Artificial Intelligence provider, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Head of Finance and Account to join our expanding team in Lagos. In this critical leadership role, you will own daily accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls while serving as a strategic finance partner to executive leadership. You will build and mentor a high-performing finance team, ensuring robust financial processes that support our rapidly scaling software-as-a-service business.
Key Responsibilities- Manage end-to-end accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare and review comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements such as P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure timely statutory compliance, including corporate filings, VAT, withholding tax, and other regulatory requirements in Nigeria.
- Coordinate and manage independent statutory, tax, and internal audits as the primary liaison.
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable internal financial controls and accounting policies.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and treasury operations in collaboration with department leads.
- Leverage ERP and accounting software to automate and optimize financial processes for subscription revenue models.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
- 6 to 8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with 3 to 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
- Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and independent audit management.
- Strong working knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory compliance frameworks.
- Prior experience in a technology, SaaS, or high-growth startup environment is a strong advantage.
- Proficiency in modern accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho Books, or Oracle NetSuite.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Health insurance coverage and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development in a pioneering LegalTech company.
- A collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced work culture in Lagos, Nigeria.