Director of Finance

Reports To: Medical Director, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
Location: Wuse, Abuja
Experience Level: Minimum of 15 Years
Salary Budget: ₦800,000 – ₦1,000,000 (Monthly Gross)

Job Summary

The Director of Finance is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, oversight, and control across the hospitals financial operations. The role ensures financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, sound financial planning, and effective financial reporting to support executive decision-making and long-term organizational growth.

Working closely with the Medical Director, CFO, COO, and Board of Directors, the Director of Finance will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, internal controls, and statutory compliance, while leading a high-performing finance team and strengthening financial governance across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of accurate, timely, and compliant financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards.
  
  

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial performance analysis.
  
  

• Ensure effective general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable functions, and financial reconciliations.
  
  

• Provide periodic financial reports, dashboards, and insights to senior management and the Board of Directors.
  
  

Strategic Financial Planning

• Participate in the development and execution of financial strategies, long-term financial plans, and investment decisions.
  
  

• Support hospital growth initiatives through robust financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, and resource planning.
  
  

• Provide financial input into operational and strategic decision-making processes.
  
  

Risk Management, Controls & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks through strong internal controls and governance frameworks.
  
  

• Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax obligations including PAYE, Pension, NSITF, ITF, and other relevant requirements.
  
  

• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
  
  

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental and hospital-wide budgets.
  
  

• Track budget performance and implement cost control measures to optimize financial efficiency without compromising service quality.
  
  

• Partner with department heads to support financial discipline and accountability.
  
  

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a positive, ethical, and high-performance work environment.
  
  

• Build finance team capacity through coaching, training, and performance management.
  
  

• Promote best practices in financial management and reporting across the organization.
  
  

Stakeholder & Executive Support

• Provide financial guidance and advisory support to senior management and the Board.
  
  

• Collaborate with the CFO and COO on operational and financial planning initiatives.
  
  

• Support transparency and effective communication of financial performance to key stakeholders.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
  
  

• Masters degree in Finance or a related field is an added advantage.
  
  

• Professional accounting certification (ACA) is an added advantage.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years professional experience, with at least 5 years in a senior financial management role.
  
  

• Prior experience working within a hospital or healthcare environment is a strong advantage.
  
  

• Proven track record in financial management, strategic planning, and leadership.
  
  

• Hands-on experience with Hyella software is required.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
  
  

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

• Sound understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and statutory compliance.
  
  

• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office tools.
  
  

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.
  
  

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter to:

[email protected]