Finance Manager at an Experiential Marketing Agency via Gbenga Badejo and Co – Lagos

An experiential marketing agency is recruiting a Finance Manager in Lagos through Gbenga Badejo and Co. The role oversees budgeting, campaign finance, statutory compliance, financial reporting and working-capital management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the agency’s financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections in line with business objectives.
• Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring accurate recording, processing, and reporting of all financial transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, financial statements, financial performance reports, and other relevant accounting schedules.
• Work closely with account management, creative, production, and project teams to develop campaign budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure projects remain financially viable.
• Review project cost estimates, client quotations, proposals, and campaign budgets to ensure appropriate pricing, cost recovery, and profit margins.
• Oversee client invoicing, accounts receivable, collections, vendor payments, and accounts payable to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Monitor client billing schedules, project advances, campaign expenses, and outstanding receivables, ensuring timely reconciliation and follow-up.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, bank reconciliations, and the agency’s overall financial position.
• Analyse financial results, identify budget variances, and recommend strategies to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Oversee tax planning, tax filings, statutory payments, and other tax-related matters, including engagements with relevant tax authorities.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and minimize financial risks.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring the timely provision of accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders on financial and accounting matters.

Requirements and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a reputable institution.
• At least 5 years’ post- qualification experience required.
• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience managing a Finance Department is essential.
• Must have the capacity to interface with and advise the senior leadership team.
• Proficiency in Sage and other accounting/financial software
• Proven People Management Experience
• Must be able to balance financial management and reporting skills with a strong overall business outlook.
• The ability to communicate effectively and make great presentations using MS Suite tools is vital.
• Applicants below 40 years of age are preferred.

Pay and benefits

• This is a full-time role with competitive salary.