Finance Director at First Excelsia
FirstExcelsia is a firm of highly versatile and renowned Human Resources, Organisational Development and Management consultants. We have an in-depth understanding of the Nigerian business terrain and we are very passionate about partnering with indigenous organisations to develop world class yet localized systems, processes and structures required to achieve optimum results.
The firm commenced operations in 2015 and currently has a team of consultants that have successfully managed numerous Organisational Development, Human Resources and Management Consulting projects in varying leadership capacities across all sectors of the Nigerian Economy.Annual Net Remuneration: N16.8M
Our client is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Finance Director to join its leadership team and play a key role in driving its financial success.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the media, marketing, or advertising industries and understands the financial complexities of agency operations.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute financial strategies in alignment with business goals.
Lead scenario planning, forecasting, and investment decisions that drive profitability and growth.
Collaborate with business development and client servicing teams to ensure project pricing is commercially sound and sustainable.
Oversee financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and variance analysis across departments.
Produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and board reports.
Ensure strong internal controls, cost management systems, and financial discipline across the agency.
Monitor and improve cash flow, working capital, and liquidity position.
Partner with account teams to review client budgets, scopes, and profitability metrics.
Ensure accurate revenue recognition across various agency work cycles (retainers, project-based, media buying, etc.).
Lead rate card management and conduct periodic pricing reviews with commercial teams.
Ensure full compliance with VAT, WHT, PAYE, and CIT requirements.
Lead and manage tax audits and ensure timely acquisition of Tax Clearance Certificates (TCCs).
Maintain accurate records of Credit Notes utilization and Fixed Asset Register for depreciation and capital allowance claims.
Ensure compliance with all tax, legal, audit, and financial regulations.
Manage relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all financial matters.
Person Specification:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA).
Minimum of 8 years’ progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in an agency, media, creative, or professional services environment.
MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
Strong grasp of project accounting, billing cycles, and financial modelling within media/advertising contexts.
Experience with agency tools such as Sage, QuickBooks, or project finance software.
Familiarity with sector-relevant metrics (e.g., utilization rate, net revenue per FTE, client profitability).
Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
Proven stakeholder management experience.
