Senior Financial Accountant

Senior Financial Accountant

Location: Hybrid (Lagos, Nigeria)
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Company: Risevest Technologies Limited

About Rise

Rise is a digital wealth manager that offers users access to a portfolio of investments managed by experts. We are on a mission to help people build wealth by making investing simple, accessible, and transparent. Through intuitive tools, expert-managed portfolios, and strong financial education, we're enabling individuals across Africa to invest in global and local assets that build long-term financial freedom.

Rise is also proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work A testament to our people, our culture, and our shared commitment to excellence. 

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is critical to maintaining strong financial governance, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making at Rise. You'll work closely with the CFO and other senior leaders to ensure financial integrity, compliance, and performance visibility across the business.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting, Control & Audit

• Prepare monthly and quarterly performance and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the CFO and the Board.
• Maintain the integrity, completeness, and accuracy of the general ledger and financial statements.
• Review, post, and approve monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and adjusting entries.
• Track and report on key business and financial performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning.
• Support the CFO in preparing board-level and regulatory reports (SEC, NGX, and other authorities).
• Liaise with auditors during annual and interim audits, preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization initiatives across departments.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.
  

Tax & Compliance

• Oversee all tax engagements, filings, and audits (PAYE, VAT, WHT, Company Income Tax, etc.).
• Advise on the tax implications of business transactions and ensure full compliance with all statutory tax requirements.
• Liaise with external tax consultants, auditors, and regulators to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Ensure timely remittance of all statutory obligations (pensions, NHF, ITF, NSITF, etc.).

Governance, Process & Advisory

• Strengthen internal financial controls, approval workflows, and documentation standards.
• Provide strategic financial insights to guide investment and business decisions.
• Support system improvements and ERP integration for more efficient financial management.
• Undertake other responsibilities as assigned by the CFO.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, ICAN) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 2 years in a mid-management role.
• Proven experience in financial reporting for regulated entities (SEC, NGX, or equivalent).
• Prior experience in fund management, asset management, or brokerage is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or equivalent) and ERPs.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and integrity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You:

• Have a growth mindset and enjoy improving systems and processes.
• Communicate financial insights clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
• Take ownership and initiative — you don't wait to be told what's broken; you fix it.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative fintech environment where no two days are the same.
• Are passionate about helping people build financial freedom through sound investment management.

Why Rise?

You'll have the opportunity to be part of something impactful and meaningful. You'll be working in a company with a strong mission and a team that is fun, ambitious, and results-driven.

We also offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model
• Health insurance.
• 30 days annual paid leave, flexible sick leave and days off.
• Pension contribution
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Training and career development opportunity
• A culture that values creativity, accountability, and growth.

Rise is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.