Head of Finance Nigeria

Note: This role is based in Lagos Nigeria and will require relocation to Lagos based on the conclusion of a successful hiring process.
Relocation will be provided by the company.

As the Head of Finance for Nigeria you will step into the role of the institutional financial leader for our highest-volume business unit in the region operating as a true 360-degree Market CFO. Your mission extends far beyond traditional financial oversight requiring you to actively balance the responsibility of being the businesss structural Shield by safeguarding compliance tax frameworks and mitigating legal risks while simultaneously acting as its strategic Motor to accelerate business partnering and EBITDA this high-impact position you will be hyper-focused on the finance function taking complex local operational realities and translating them seamlessly into clear financial strategies while establishing deeply trusted influential relationships with our global HQ finance leadership.

What youll get to do:

• Lead FP&A: Spearhead future planning cycles build business scenarios and map clear paths to market profitability.
• Drive Commercial Growth: Propose and execute data-backed initiatives to optimize both top- and bottom-line performance.
• Own Local Controlling: Direct monthly closing reviews establish financial provisions and ensure robust reporting packages.
• Conduct Variance Analysis: Deep-dive into deviations between Actuals and Budgets to keep the leadership team continuously aligned.
• Manage Auditor Relationships: Serve as the primary contact for Big 4 auditors delivering regular updates and establishing strong technical defenses for financial statements.
• Mitigate Risk: Manage legal regulatory and tax risks by formulating practical localized mitigation strategies.
• Safeguard Cash Flow: Oversee treasury operations and core workflows including billing and Accounts Payable.
• Liaise with Global HQ: Partner with global finance teams to surface regional risks/opportunities and share local process improvements to elevate corporate standards.

Qualifications :

• Technical Finance Mastery: 5 to 10 years of solid experience growing up within technical finance disciplines (Accounting Tax Treasury and FP&A Planning).
• The Ex-Big 4 Combined Pedigree: A proven background spanning Tier 1 Audit / Big 4 experience combined with at least 5 years of in-house corporate finance management experience.
• EBITDA Stewardship: Demonstrated experience monitoring P&L targets and managing financial constraints with an early-warning mindset.
• Cross-Functional Fluency: Strong understanding of how commercial levers logistics operations and marketing drive the local P&L.
• Strategic Influence & Courage: High-impact communication capacity to respectfully challenge local and HQ C-suite leaders using data-driven insights.
• Target Industry Background: Experience working within high-growth tech scale-ups or FMCG/Retail multinationals is highly preferred.

Individuals representing diverse profiles encompassing various genders ethnicities and backgrounds are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you dont meet our musts dont let it stop you we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned and embracing diversity is invaluable.

We believe driven talent deserves:

• Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
• Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
• Extra time off the freedom to work from home one day a week and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!
• Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.

Additional Information :

At Glovo your success is defined by both results and behaviors. We hire for excellence in craft and for the Leadership Principles that shape how we think decide and collaborate. What you achieve matters and how you achieve it defines us. Together they move the business forward and deliver great experiences. Learn more about our Leadership Principles here.

Here at Glovo we thrive on diversity we believe it enhances our teams products and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds all genders racial/diverse backgrounds abilities ages sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.

Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g. she/her/hers he/him/his they/them/theirs etc).

So ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1