JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS

As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.
You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION

• University DegreeQualified accountant with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.

ROLE PURPOSE

• Responsible for managing local statutory reporting, tax filings, and ensuring accurate and timely completion of financial statements and compliance with local accounting and tax regulations for Nigeria subsidiaries. This includes overseeing tax rulings, ensuring compliance with regulatory changes, and managing risks related to Nigeria operations.The role involves liaising with external advisors, government officials, and internal teams such as the British Council Group, tax, accounting, and treasury teams. Additionally, the role supports financial accounting activities, manages retained processes (P2P, O2C, R2R, CLM), leads in-country specific activities, and ensures robust financial accounting in line with corporate policies. The postholder will work collaboratively with the MSP, CoE, regional teams, and Group Controllership to drive continuous improvement while challenging senior stakeholders to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.

ROLE SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in financial controllership, statutory and tax reporting, financial analysis etc.
• Knowledge of local laws and experience managing corporate taxation, tax compliance, VAT & WHT management and statutory reporting.
• Good understanding of financial control processes and professional accounting standards (including local requirements where applicable) for commercial and/or charitable organisations.
• Track record of managing key finance function and leading an efficient, innovative and result oriented team.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Highly organised, deadline-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.Demonstrates flexibility, independence, and initiative in problem-solving and decision-making.