About this role
About the CompanyFixa is building the HR and financial infrastructure for Africa’s informal and blue-collar workforce. Our platform supports businesses in construction, manufacturing, agriculture, and other labor-intensive sectors with powerful tools for workforce management, payroll, payments, and financial services.
About the RoleWe are looking for a Head of Finance who will lead Fixa’s financial strategy, systems, and team as the company scales across markets. This role combines strong technical finance expertise with hands-on operational leadership in a high-growth fintech environment.
Core ResponsibilitiesLead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial modeling
Build and manage a high-performing finance team
Partner closely with Product and Engineering to design and improve internal financial systems and reconciliation workflows
Oversee financial reporting, investor updates, and board materials
Drive unit economics, clarity, and support strategic decision-making
Ensure regulatory compliance across multi-market operations
Qualifications8–9 years total experience; qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent)
2–5 years at a rapidly scaling fintech (e.g., companies like Paystack, Impeza or similar growth-stage African fintechs)
Currently a Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager, ready for VP/Head of Finance progression
Proven experience building finance teams and implementing scalable systems
Strong cross-functional experience with product and tech teams
Comfortable operating in Pan-African, multi-currency environments
Success IndicatorsClean, timely, and reliable monthly reporting with zero surprises
Clear visibility into cash runway, burn, and capital needs at all times
Strong financial controls with minimal reconciliation gaps or audit issues
Unit economics are clearly defined, tracked, and used in leadership decisions
Finance systems that scale seamlessly as transaction volume and markets grow
A high-performing finance team that operates independently and proactively
Investors and board members express strong confidence in financial clarity and discipline