VP of Finance at MAX

The Company

MAX is a team of passionate individuals dedicated to building digital infrastructure that will shape the future of mobility in Africa and other emerging markets. They are driven by a mission to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and sustainable transportation solutions that make a meaningful impact on millions of lives. At MAX, you will have the unique opportunity to align your passion with our mission, contributing to transformative change across the continent.

For this role:

They are looking for a seasoned and reliable VP of Finance to lead their financial operations and strategy. This role is crucial to success, requiring a highly analytical, results-oriented individual who can thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment. As VP of Finance, you will oversee budgeting, financial planning, accounting, reporting, treasury, cash management, capital allocation, and investor relations. You will play a key role in supporting the CEO, board, and senior leadership in making strategic decisions that drive the company’s growth and mission.

Your responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• You will provide broad-based support for the CEO and board, defining and developing financial strategy and performance.
• You will  create and execute a capital raising strategy, including organizing meetings, roadshows, negotiations, and fund document preparations.
• You will build strong relationships with investors, effectively articulating our investment philosophy and strategy to both potential and existing stakeholders.
• You will lead the institutional investment process, participating in strategic planning, valuation, and risk management processes.
• You will assist the CEO and Leadership team with decisions and initiatives related to fundraising, marketing, and investor relations.
• Financial Operations:
• You will oversee MAX’s financial operations, including budgeting, financial planning, accounting, reporting, and treasury management.
• You will monitor, analyze, and optimize financial performance, ensuring the implementation of finance automation.
• You will manage and advise on special projects such as new product launches, market expansion, mergers and acquisitions, and fundraising.
• You will develop a roadmap for growing and leading the Finance team, ensuring alignment with MAX’s strategic goals.
• Brand Building & Partnerships:
• You will serve as the No. 1 ambassador for MAX to investors and board members.
• You will enhance the MAX brand by working with senior leadership and external consultants.
• Performance Management:
• You will measure and track the performance of the Finance team, monitoring key performance metrics.
• You will ensure the Finance team’s alignment with industry trends relevant to MAX’s mission.
• Leadership & Team Building:
• You will build and lead a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• You will motivate, develop, and inspire your team to achieve remarkable results.
• You will implement a systematic feedback and performance review system, promoting top performers, coaching core performers, and managing underperformers.

To be considered for this role….

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an Advanced Degree in Business Administration or Finance is a plus.
• Professional finance qualifications such as CPA, CFA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• 10-15 years of experience in institutional fundraising, with at least 5 years in senior financial roles. Venture capital experience is an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset with motivational and talent management skills.
• Proven financial modeling skills and a strong understanding of local and international financial markets.
• A successful track record in capital raising and managing cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a global context, with experience in high-impact environments preferred.
• Passion for customer relationships, with a demonstrated ability to build strong networks with institutional investors.
• Data-driven decision-making approach, using KPIs and metrics to guide strategy.
• Ability to understand and adapt to diverse work environments, cultures, and market dynamics across different countries.

The goodies….

• Competitive pay & benefits, including stock options.
• Premium health insurance coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid working model.
• Consistent learning and development opportunities.

Location and Travel:

• The candidate will be based in Nigeria.
• The role requires approximately 25% travel to operating countries.