Jobs at Bridgemead Consulting

Role Conext & Expand Purpose

• The Business Operations Manager is Bridgemead’s operational backbone, ensuring that all staff and processes align with strategic objectives and performance expectations.
• This role combines operational oversight with HR leadership, translating organisational goals into measurable outcomes, optimising workflows, and fostering a high-performing, accountable, and engaged workforce.
• The Business Operations Manager ensures that every team member is meeting KPIs, supports staff development, and drives organizational efficiency across all functions.

Expanded Key Responsibilities
Performance Management & HR Oversight:

• KPI Monitoring & Reporting: Track, evaluate, and report on staff performance against KPIs and targets.
• Ensure departments are aligned with strategic objectives.
• Performance Reviews: Coordinate and facilitate periodic performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and development plans.
• Staff Development: Identify skill gaps and training needs; work with managers to implement learning and development initiatives.
• Resource Planning & Allocation: Ensure teams have the tools, resources, and capacity needed to meet their objectives.

Operations & Process Optimization:

• Workflow Management: Design, implement, and optimise operational processes to improve efficiency and accountability across departments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with department heads to identify operational bottlenecks and implement solutions.
• Resource Allocation: Ensure optimal use of staff, tools, and resources to meet organisational goals.
• Reporting & Analytics: Maintain dashboards and reports on operational performance, staff productivity, and HR metrics for leadership review.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Draft, update, and enforce organisational policies and standard operating procedures.

Organisational Strategy & Culture:

• Strategic Initiatives: Support leadership in planning and executing organisational strategies that enhance operational effectiveness and staff engagement.
• Culture & Employee Experience: Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Change Management: Support the organisation in implementing change initiatives and new operational systems.
• Training Needs Analysis: Identify skill gaps and coordinate training programs across teams.

Employee Relations & Onboarding Support:

• Onboarding: Lead the end-to-end onboarding process for new staff, including orientation, documentation, role induction, and integration into teams. Ensure new hires understand KPIs, responsibilities, and company culture from day one.
• Employee Engagement & Retention: Develop and implement initiatives that boost staff satisfaction, motivation, and retention. Monitor engagement levels and proactively address concerns.
• Conflict Resolution & Workplace Culture: Act as a first point of contact for internal disputes, facilitating resolution and promoting a positive and inclusive workplace environment.
• HR Compliance: Ensure HR policies, contracts, and processes are adhered to and updated in line with best practices and legal requirements.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in HR (e.g., CIPM) or Operations (e.g., PMP) are an advantage.

Professional Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in HR, operations, or a hybrid role combining both.
• Proven experience in performance management, KPI tracking, and operational optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and foster a high-performance culture.
• Exposure to HR processes, policies, and employee engagement initiatives in professional services or corporate environments.

Technical & Functional Skills:

• Proficiency in HRIS systems, project management tools, and productivity dashboards.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor KPIs and operational performance.
• Knowledge of HR policies, compliance, and performance management frameworks.

Core Competencies & Soft Skills:

• Strategic and operational thinking with the ability to translate goals into actionable plans.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills for collaboration across teams.
• High-level problem-solving, organisational, and time-management capabilities.
• Strong communication skills to engage staff, leadership, and external stakeholders.

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Role Context & Expanded Purpose

• The Accountant is the guardian of Bridgemead’s financial integrity.
• This role goes beyond bookkeeping and compliance, providing strategic financial oversight, operational discipline, and data-driven insights that ensure the firm’s resources are managed effectively.
• The Accountant is accountable for the accuracy of financial records, project accounting, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance, while enabling leadership to make informed strategic decisions.
• By monitoring variable revenue streams, safeguarding profitability, and implementing robust financial controls, this role ensures the firm’s financial stability and supports sustainable growth.

Expanded Key Responsibilities
Project Accounting & Revenue Recognition:

• Milestone-Based Invoicing: Monitor project contracts closely and trigger invoices immediately upon milestone or deliverable completion.
• WIP (Work-in-Progress) Management: Track hours worked versus budgeted hours to identify scope creep and margin erosion early.
• Revenue Accuracy: Ensure correct revenue recognition in line with IFRS and service-based accounting standards.

Advanced Financial Intelligence:

• Cash Flow Forecasting: Prepare monthly runway and cash flow projections covering 6–12 months.
• Burn Rate Analysis: Provide leadership with clear insights into fixed costs, variable costs, and sustainability thresholds.
• Profitability Analysis: Evaluate profitability by service line, client, and engagement after overhead allocation.

Risk, Tax & Regulatory Compliance:

• Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary contact for VAT, PAYE, WHT, and Corporate Income Tax filings.
• Audit Coordination: Prepare schedules and documentation for external audits.
• Risk Management: Identify financial and compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Payroll & Internal Controls:
• Payroll Administration: Manage payroll processing, statutory deductions, and performance-based bonuses.
• Internal Controls: Maintain strong financial controls and approval processes to safeguard firm assets.

Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field is required.
• Professional accounting certification preferred (ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Advanced courses in IFRS, financial management, or corporate finance are advantageous.
• Continuous professional development in areas such as tax law, compliance, and accounting technology is desirable.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping roles, preferably in professional services, consulting, or project-cbased environments.
• Proven experience in project accounting, revenue recognition, and managing

Work-in-Progress (WIP) for multi-client engagements:

• Experience in cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning, providing actionable insights for management decision-making.
• Exposure to regulatory compliance, including VAT, PAYE, corporate tax filings, and audit coordination.
• Familiarity with financial reporting for service-based businesses, including profitability analysis by client, project, and service line.
• Experience managing payroll, bonuses, and statutory deductions.
• Experience in liaising with external auditors, tax authorities, banks, and other regulatory or financial institutions.

Technical & Functional Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, ERP platforms).
• Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, financial modelling, dashboards, and reporting automation.
• Understanding of IFRS standards and their application to service-based firms.
• Competence in financial analysis, variance analysis, and key performance indicator tracking.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk mitigation in financial operations.

Core Competencies & Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity in financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information professionally.
• Collaborative attitude to work closely with management, consulting teams, and external stakeholders.
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and clients.

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Role Summary

• Lead the Investment Securities business by setting strategic direction, driving revenue and market growth, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and delivering operational excellence, profitability, and sustainable performance aligned with shareholder expectations.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute company strategy aligned with Group objectives.
• Drive revenue growth through client expansion, partnerships, new products, and service diversification.
• Oversee marketing and brand positioning.
• Ensure efficient, compliant operations across all business units.
• Supervise trading, settlements, risk, and compliance functions.
• Maintain regulatory relationships (SEC, NSE, CSCS, etc.) and full legal compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior management and staff.
• Prepare budgets and deliver profitability targets.
• Review performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Report performance and strategy to the Board and Group Executive.
• Manage relationships with shareholders, regulators, clients, and stakeholders.

Key Performance Indicators

• ≥99.5% reporting and reconciliation accuracy
• 100% on-time regulatory and management reporting
• 100% regulatory compliance
• ≥90% internal control and risk management effectiveness
• ≥90% budgeting accuracy; >80% forecast accuracy
• Financial close within <10 days
• AP/AR processing within <5 days
• Profitability and liquidity targets met
• ≥90% stakeholder satisfaction
• ≥80% employee satisfaction and development scores.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8–10 years’ experience in securities trading, investment banking, asset management, or related fields.
• 3–5 years in senior executive leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Strong Nigerian capital market and regulatory knowledge.
• Proven P&L and growth leadership record.

Competencies & Skills:

• Financial and operational leadership
• Strategic execution, regulatory compliance
• Audit and controls,
• Risk and taxation oversight,
• Capital and stakeholder management,
• Market strategy,
• Performance monitoring,
• Change leadership
• Negotiation
• Communication
• Analytical thinking
• Confidentiality
• Collaboration.

Required / Preferred Certifications:

• CIS (mandatory), plus CFA, FRM, CAIA, ACCA, or ICAN.