Head of Finance (HMO) in a Reputable Health Maintenance Organization

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Kaplo Africa is recruiting a Head of Finance for a reputable Health Maintenance Organization in Lagos, Nigeria. The role provides strategic leadership for all financial activities, including budgeting, regulatory compliance with NHIA and FIRS, IFRS reporting, cash flow management, and team leadership. The position reports to the MD/BOD and requires strong experience in the insurance, HMO, healthcare, or financial services sector.

• Senior finance leadership role reporting to MD/BOD
• Based in Lagos, Nigeria
• Requires ACA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 12 years finance experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership
• Focus on NHIA, FIRS, and IFRS compliance within the HMO sector

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Head of Finance (HMO) in a Reputable Health Maintenance Organization - Kaplo Africa ⏲ Jul 30, 2026, 1:08 PM ⋕ View all Medical & Healthcare jobs Kaplo Africa - Our client is a reputable Health Maintenance Organization committed to expanding access to quality and affordable healthcare across Nigeria. We partner with a wide network of healthcare providers and serve corporate organisations, individuals, and families through tailored health insurance plans. They are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Head of Finance (HMO) Location: Lagos Reports to: MD/BOD Role Overview The Head of Finance will provide strategic leadership and direction for all financial activities of the HMO. The role is responsible for ensuring sound financial management, regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, effective cash flow management, and supporting the organization’s growth and sustainability objectives within the Nigerian health insurance sector. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Leadership: Provide accurate, timely, and insightful financial analysis and advice to the Executive Management Board. Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy in alignment with overall business goals. Monitor financial performance against targets and recommend corrective actions where necessary. Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Financial Operations & Control: Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and statutory financial statements. Manage cash flow, liquidity, investments, and banking relationships effectively. Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and treasury functions. Ensure robust internal controls, financial policies, and procedures are in place and consistently applied. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Ensure full compliance with all relevant Nigerian regulations, including those of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and other regulatory bodies. Oversee timely filing of tax returns, statutory returns, and regulatory reports. Coordinate external audits and maintain strong relationships with external auditors and regulators. Ensure adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other applicable accounting standards. Risk Management & Governance: Ensure strong corporate governance practices within the finance function. Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including credit, operational, and liquidity risks. Support the development and monitoring of enterprise risk management frameworks. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain productive relationships with banks, insurers, investors, and other external stakeholders. Collaborate effectively with other departments (Operations, Claims, Underwriting, Sales, and IT). Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance team to high performance standards. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Regulatory compliance and clean audit outcomes Effective cash flow and working capital management Achievement of budget and profitability targets Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports Strength and performance of the Finance team. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. A master’s degree (MBA, MSc Finance) is an added advantage. Proven experience: in financial strategy, budgeting, financial reporting, and team leadership. Professional qualification is mandatory: ACA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent. Minimum of 12 years progressive experience: in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (preferably within insurance, HMO, healthcare, or financial services). Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, NHIA regulations, and the health insurance industry is highly desirable. Skills and Competencies: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) Ability to lead and inspire teams in a fast-paced environment Strong understanding of risk management and internal controls. Excellent strategic thinking and commercial acumen Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Portfolio and CV to: [email protected] using “Head of Finance” as the subject of the email. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application Deadline: 5th August, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State Head of Finance job vacancies in Nigeria