Chief Financial Officer

About the job Adexen has been mandated by a leading pan-African Manufacturer and Distributor of world-class medicine and medical supplies to recruit a Chief Financial Officer. The position is based in Lagos Nigeria. Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Operations Lead and modernise the finance and accounting function Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements Manage audit processes and relationships with external auditors Ensure strict compliance with tax, regulatory and statutory requirements Strategic Finance Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business growth objectives Support strategic initiatives including expansion, investments and M&A Evaluate and structure financing options (debt, equity, capital markets) Play a key role in IPO preparation Risk & Treasury Management Identify and manage financial risks (market, credit, FX, operational) Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks Optimise cash flow, liquidity and financing costs Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial partners Investor Relations Manage relationships with investors, analysts and financial institutions Prepare and present financial performance and strategic updates Lead financial communications and reporting Performance & Cost Management Drive cost optimisation and operational efficiency initiatives Monitor business performance and provide actionable insights Team Leadership Lead, develop and structure a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and excellence Work cross-functionally to support business objectives Desired Skills and Experience Experience Minimum 20 years of experience in senior finance leadership roles Strong experience in manufacturing environments (Pharma or FMCG preferred) Experience in IPO preparation or working within a listed company is a strong advantage Education Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration MBA (Finance) preferred Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CMA) highly desirable Technical Skills Strong financial modelling, analysis and forecasting capabilities Solid knowledge of IFRS / GAAP and regulatory frameworks Expertise in treasury, risk management and cost optimisation Leadership & Personal Attributes Strong business acumen and strategic mindset High integrity and ability to operate in complex environments Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proven leadership with the ability to build and inspire teams Resilient, execution-driven and results-oriented