Finance Director Africa- position based in Tunis

Finance Director Africa- position based in Tunis

~To manage a team of 4 financial controllers.

Languages:

• needs to be Fluent in English, both in writing and speaking.

• Being proficient in other languages such as French & Arabic.

Academic Background:

Bachelor's/master’s degree in finance or accounting from a reputed institution. A professional qualification as a 

Chartered Accountant (CA) or Chartered Financial Analyst is strongly preferred.

Work experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role, within FMCG or Pharmaceuticals sector (preferred), in a Multinational (preferred)

•Big 4 background or similar 

• Experience in leading a multicultural team.

• Ability to work in a greenfield environment with changing priorities, developing organizational structures and dynamic settings.

Job duties & responsibilities:

Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Director for the Africa region to join their team and participate in the

growth of their global business. As a finance director, you will be responsible for the company's long-term financial health and growth planning, by developing, and implementing the financial strategy of the company in the region.

Your responsibilities:

• Develop annual budgets and long-range plans that meet company requirements and are aligned with the company’s strategy.

• Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks.

• Support Business Leaders in making commercial decisions, driving strategic initiatives.

• Managing and overseeing the cash flow of the countries and ensuring it has the appropriate treasury

controls.

• Provide leadership, direction, and development to the team.

• Prepare finance reports and present the conclusions to the appropriate management level.

• Ensure Compliance and adherence to legal and corporate guidelines.

• Overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, Financial and Management Accounting functions.

• Conduct analysis and review of P&L and Balance Sheet to provide cost analysis and performance evaluation as needed.

• Managing the External Auditor relationship and ensuring the organization is compliant with accounting standards.

• Managing and overseeing the company's banking and borrowing arrangements.

• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems

To apply, please send your CV in English to hedi.samari@samari-consulting.com