Head of Finance

 

Hybrid working: 40% of the week in the office 

Victoria Island, Lagos

 

The Role

We're looking for a Head of Finance to lead the financial management of LiveScore Bet - Nigeria. You'll oversee financial reporting, governance, tax and treasury activities while partnering with business leaders to drive informed decision-making and operational excellence. As a key member of the Lagos leadership team, you'll help shape the future of the business by strengthening financial controls, supporting strategic initiatives and building a high-performing finance function.

At LiveScore Group, we’re the proud home of three of the most exciting brands in the sports and gaming world: LiveScore, LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet. A fully owned and operated ecosystem that converges the two worlds of sports media and sports betting. We’re proud of the high ratings for our commitment to excellence and fuelling fan’s passion for sport driving us to the top.

We don’t just lead; we innovate. Our cutting-edge products and immersive experiences set the standard, but it’s our people who truly make the difference. Every day, our team embody our values: adaptability, teamwork, a fan-driven approach, and an ever-curious mindset that fuels our ambition.

As we scale and continue to create a culture that allows all employees to thrive, we know we need the most talented people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills. If you’re good at what you do, come and join us. The more inclusive we are, the more amazing experiences we can create for our users.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function for LiveScore Bet - Nigeria, ensuring strong financial control, governance and compliance across all business activities
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting in line with Group and statutory requirements
• Own Board, shareholder and regulatory reporting, providing clear financial insight to support decision-making
• Manage relationships with auditors, banking partners, payment service providers and external advisers
• Drive an efficient month-end and year-end close process, ensuring reporting accuracy and financial discipline
• Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and working capital optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with all Nigerian tax and regulatory obligations, including VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing and corporate tax requirements
• Partner with business leaders on budgeting, forecasting, business planning and investment decisions
• Support strategic initiatives, including corporate structuring, investments and acquisition activity where required
• Strengthen financial processes, controls and reporting capabilities to support a growing and evolving business
• Lead, develop and mentor the finance team while contributing to a positive and high-performing culture across the Lagos office

 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience 

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Experience leading a finance function within a regulated or complex commercial environment
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, audit, treasury, tax and financial controls
• Experience managing statutory reporting and regulatory compliance within Nigeria
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax legislation, including VAT, withholding tax and transfer pricing requirements
• Experience delivering budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
• Ability to translate financial data into commercial recommendations and business insight
• Experience improving financial processes, controls or systems within a growing organisation
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across local and international teams
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
• Experience within iGaming, betting, fintech, payments or another highly regulated industry is advantageous

 

What can we offer? 

• Private Healthcare Scheme – available after 3 months
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Group Life and personal accident cover
• Employee transit support
• Breakfast 
• Leave entitlement
• Celebration Moments 
• Learning and development options