Finance Operations Lead

Job Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance function and play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of Probe. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting and ideally experience in SaaS business reporting. The Senior Accountant will work closely with the COO, other department heads, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial records, compliance with regulatory requirements, and strategic financial planning. This role requires strong leadership, dynamism and good self management due to the fast paced nature of the business.Responsibilities:Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Generate insightful financial reports, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial trends.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting standards for SaaS companies

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with department heads to develop and maintain accurate and realistic budgets.
• Prepare financial forecasts and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.

Revenue Recognition:

• Implement and oversee revenue recognition processes in accordance with IFRS 15 and ASC 606 for subscription-based SaaS revenue models.
• Collaborate with sales and customer success teams to ensure accurate and timely recording of revenue

Financial Analysis:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis to support business decisions, including product profitability and market expansion opportunities.
• Provide insightful analysis on key financial metrics, such as customer acquisition costs (CAC), lifetime value (LTV), and churn rates

Cash Flow Management:

• Manage cash flow and liquidity, including the monitoring of working capital and capital expenditure.
• Implement cash flow forecasting to anticipate and address potential liquidity challenges

System Integration and Improvement:

• Work closely with the finance and IT teams to enhance and streamline financial systems and processes.
• Implement best practices for financial data management and reporting within accounting software

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales & marketing, and engineering to gather and analyze financial data for strategic decision-making.
• Act as a financial consultant to various departments, providing insights to support their objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACA/ICAN/ACCA/CIMA or relevant professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance roles, with at least 2 years in a SaaS environment
• Thorough understanding of SaaS business models, revenue recognition principles, and subscription-based accounting.
• Proficient in financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and other relevant accounting standards.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems. Quick Books online experience would be beneficial but not mandatory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₦400,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Lagos (Required)