Chief Financial Officer at iRecharge Tech-Innovations

Job description

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the bank’s overall financial strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
• Provide strategic financial recommendations to the CEO and Board of Directors based on performance analysis and future projections.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modeling for a technology-driven environment.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and manage capital allocation to drive shareholder value.

Financial Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and accounting.
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational efficiency.

Regulatory and Compliance Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, including CBN and tax laws.
• Act as the principal liaison with auditors, regulatory bodies, and tax authorities.
• Monitor changes in financial regulations and guide the organization’s response.

Risk Management & Fintech Innovation

• Identify and manage financial and operational risks, especially in digital banking and cybersecurity.
• Partner with product and IT teams to assess the financial impact of fintech products and innovations.
• Drive monetization strategies for digital banking platforms and services.

Capital Planning & Fundraising

• Lead capital raising initiatives including debt and equity financing.
• Maintain and build relationships with investors, venture capitalists, and financial institutions.
• Ensure the bank maintains a healthy capital adequacy ratio in compliance with regulatory thresholds.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to support growth and operational excellence.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Implement succession planning and professional development initiatives across finance roles.

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Utilize business intelligence tools to drive insight-led financial decisions.
• Provide the executive team and board with regular reporting and performance updates.
• Monitor market trends and competitors to identify strategic opportunities.