About the Role
MTN Nigeria, Africa's leading cellular telecommunications company, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Manager - Financial Controller to join our high-performing finance team in Lagos. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee the organization's financial control and reporting functions, guaranteeing the integrity and accuracy of our financial records while driving robust internal controls and regulatory compliance to support sound executive decision-making.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in full compliance with IFRS, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Oversee seamless month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial recording within strict timelines.
- Drive balance sheet governance through rigorous reconciliations, continuous process improvement, and proactive financial control frameworks.
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities, promptly resolving audit findings and implementing corrective actions.
- Provide strategic financial oversight and accounting guidance for innovative business initiatives, products, and strategic investments.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a talented Financial Control team, fostering a high-performance culture and deep technical accounting expertise.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Mandatory professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 10-13 years of progressive experience in Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Audit, or Corporate Finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Prior experience in Telecommunications, Fintech, or Banking is strongly preferred.
- Extensive expertise in IFRS, financial reporting standards, internal controls, corporate taxation, and Nigerian regulatory compliance.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
- Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, leadership training, and global career mobility.
- Dynamic, fast-paced work environment with cutting-edge digital infrastructure and telecommunications technology.