Technical Assistant to the GCFO at Norrenberger Financial Group

Norrenberger is a leading, independent financial services group that provides bespoke financial solutions that add value to our individual and institutional clients. Our component companies are licensed and regulated either by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) or the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide Investment Banking, Fund Management, Financial Advisory, and Foreign Exchange services to our discerning clientele.Job Summary

The Technical Assistant to the Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO) provides high-level strategic, financial, and operational support to the GCFO, ensuring effective execution of finance initiatives across the Group. The role serves as a critical liaison between the GCFO and internal stakeholders, supporting financial planning, business performance management, Board reporting, regulatory compliance, strategic projects, and cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial analysis skills, excellent business writing capabilities, and a solid understanding of financial services, capital markets, investment management, and regulatory reporting. This role requires exceptional analytical ability, discretion, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

Executive & Strategic Support

Provide technical support to the GCFO on strategic finance initiatives and business priorities.
Prepare executive briefs, Board papers, presentations, speeches, and financial reports for senior management and the Board.
Conduct industry, economic, and financial research to support executive decision-making.

Financial Planning & Performance Management

Support the preparation of the Group's annual budget, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance across subsidiaries.
Prepare financial dashboards, management reports, and variance analyses.
Identify performance trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement.

Stakeholder Management

Liaise with subsidiary finance teams to ensure timely submission of financial information.
Coordinate communication between the GCFO and internal stakeholders.
Build effective working relationships with Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Treasury, and Business Unit Heads.

Reporting & Regulatory Compliance

Support the preparation of Board reports, investor presentations, and regulatory submissions.
Ensure timely collection of financial information from subsidiaries.
Coordinate reporting requirements across regulated entities.
Assist in maintaining compliance with IFRS, SEC, NGX, CBN, FRC, and other applicable regulatory standards.

Business Planning & Corporate Finance Support

Assist in evaluating new business opportunities, investment proposals, and strategic initiatives.
Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support business decisions.
Support capital allocation, profitability analysis, and business case development.
Participate in mergers, acquisitions, capital raising, and other corporate finance projects as required.

Process Improvement

Review existing finance processes and recommend improvements.
Support automation and digital transformation initiatives within Finance.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting accuracy, efficiency and governance.

Requirements

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields.
Master’s degree/MBA from a recognized institution preferred.
Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA or CFA or any equivalent professional qualifications is required. 
Minimum of 4-6 years' relevant experience in finance, corporate finance, financial planning & analysis, investment banking, asset management, audit, or strategy.
Experience within a financial institution, investment bank, asset management firm, stockbroking firm, or capital market operator is strongly preferred.
Experience within a financial institution, investment bank, asset management firm, stockbroking firm, or capital market operator is strongly preferred.