Finance Manager

10 hours ago

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria Maxima Media Group Full-time
Company Description Maxima Media Group is an integrated media, communications, technology, and experience company that delivers end-to-end solutions across strategy, content, production, marketing, digital innovation, and audience engagement. For over two decades, Maxima has partnered with leading brands, institutions, and government agencies across Africa to deliver impactful campaigns, large-scale experiences, media platforms, and technology-driven solutions. Maxima is also the creative force behind platforms and business units including FoodBay TV, Views Channel, Future DigitZ, and Timeless Value Services, all designed to connect audiences, tell meaningful stories, and create measurable impact. Through media production, experiential marketing, broadcasting, and strategic communications, Maxima helps organizations engage audiences, build influence, and drive measurable results. Role Description The Finance Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos State, Nigeria. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting for Maxima Media Group and its business units. The Finance Manager will develop and maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax requirements, and support audit processes. The role involves partnering with leadership to provide financial insights, analyze performance, evaluate business cases for new projects, and support strategic decision-making. The Finance Manager will also supervise finance team members, manage relationships with banks and external partners, and help optimize financial systems and processes. Qualifications
• Candidates should possess strong financial planning and analysis skills, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management.
• Candidates should possess robust accounting and reporting skills, including knowledge of accounting standards, financial statements preparation, and reconciliation.
• Candidates should possess skills in compliance and risk management, including familiarity with tax regulations, internal controls, and audit support.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with finance and productivity tools, such as spreadsheets, accounting software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• Candidates should possess leadership and collaboration skills, including team supervision, cross-functional communication, and stakeholder management.
• Candidates should have strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required; a professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CFA) is an added advantage.
• Relevant experience in a media, communications, or technology-driven environment, particularly in Nigeria or across Africa, is beneficial.