Finance Manager

Open Access Consulting is a professional services firm dedicated to delivering strategic solutions in human capital development, expatriate and immigration services, recruitment, background check services, value-added consulting, and outsourcing services

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Education Technology (EdTech)
Business Type: Subsidiary of a Diversified Holding Company

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly competent and commercially minded Finance Manager to join our growing EdTech business within a diversified holding company.
• The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the company’s financial operations, reporting, controls, budgeting, cash flow, compliance, and financial planning. The successful candidate will provide accurate and timely financial insights to support business decisions, improve financial performance, and ensure strong financial governance.
• This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with commercial awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting:

• Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial performance, variances, trends, and key financial indicators and provide actionable insights to management.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial records and accounting information.
• Prepare financial reports and submissions required by the Group Finance function.

Budgeting & Financial Planning:

• Coordinate the annual budgeting and financial planning process.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Track actual performance against budget and investigate significant variances.
• Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to support business and investment decisions.
• Partner with business leaders to improve cost efficiency and financial performance.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, receivables, payables, and working capital.
• Prepare regular cash flow forecasts and highlight potential funding or liquidity requirements.
• Drive effective receivables management and support timely collection of outstanding revenue.
• Ensure appropriate controls around payments, expenses, and cash management.

Financial Controls & Compliance:

• Establish, maintain, and strengthen financial controls and processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements, and Group policies.
• Coordinate tax filings, statutory returns, audits, and other regulatory financial obligations.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.

Business Partnering:

• Work closely with the CEO/Business Head, Operations, Commercial, Technology, and other functional leaders to provide financial guidance.
• Translate financial information into clear business insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Evaluate the financial implications of new products, partnerships, pricing models, and strategic initiatives.
• Support business cases and investment decisions with robust financial analysis.

Process Improvement & Systems:

• Review and improve finance processes, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and control.
• Leverage accounting/ERP systems and technology to improve financial reporting and automation.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and maintenance of financial records.
• Support the implementation of new finance systems, controls, and reporting tools as required.

Key Performance Indicators
Success in this role will be measured by:

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Budget adherence and quality of financial forecasting.
• Improved cash flow and working capital management.
• Effective financial controls and compliance.
• Timely completion of audits and statutory obligations.
• Quality and relevance of financial insights provided to management.
• Improved efficiency and automation of finance processes.Effective support for business growth and profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• ACA qualification is mandatory.
• 5–7 years of relevant post-qualification/cognate experience in finance and accounting.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial controls.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with accounting/ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Added Advantage:

• Previous experience in EdTech, Technology, SaaS, Digital Services, FinTech, Media, Education, or other technology-driven businesses.
• Experience working within a group/holding company structure.
• Exposure to subscription, digital product, marketplace, or platform-based revenue models.
• Experience with financial systems implementation, automation, or process transformation.
• Strong understanding of technology-enabled business models and commercial finance.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to play a key financial leadership role in a fast-growing EdTech business.
• Exposure to a diversified holding company and multiple business environments.
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy, controls, and business growth.
• A collaborative and performance-driven work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.