CFO - African markets

Microsoft; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic CFO for African markets to lead financial strategies and drive business results. This pivotal role involves managing finance functions, developing talent, and ensuring compliance with local laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial analysis and leadership, with a Master's degree in a relevant field. Join a forward-thinking organization that empowers individuals and fosters a culture of respect and inclusion, making a significant impact across Africa's business landscape.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field with extensive experience in finance.
• Experience managing direct reports preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring, succession planning, and performance management.
• Drive finance discipline improvements and identify growth opportunities.
• Ensure integrity of budget and target processes for revenue and P&L.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Accounting

Controllership

Leadership

Business Insight

Education

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in Finance

Master's Degree in Economics

Master's Degree in Data Science

Job description

Job Description:

Job information CFO - African markets from the company Microsoft. This latest CFO - African markets job vacancy is located in the city Reading, in the country United Kingdom. This job opening is open to candidates with a Master Degree or equivalent education. Job vacancies in this field have been published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

The CFO is responsible for the MCAPS Finance function across Africa. Reporting directly to the CFO/GM of MCAPS Central Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMA), this role is part of the MCAPS CEMA finance leadership team, making key decisions around people, business processes, and performance. The role acts as a key business partner for the Africa General Manager (GM) and is part of the Africa leadership team, accountable for delivering business results across Africa while adhering to Microsoft policies and local laws.

The CFO must develop a clear financial strategy for the primary African countries aligned with business goals and drive results accordingly. Building organizational capability with strong succession plans, inclusive of diverse talent, is essential. The role requires attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining top finance talent both externally and internally. Prioritizing time and resources to drive business impact through strategic initiatives for profitable growth is critical.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and organization to achieve more. Employees work with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to achieve shared goals, fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion where everyone can thrive.

Responsibilities

• People Leadership: Managing hiring, succession planning, and performance management
• Personal Leadership: Driving MCAPS leadership team interactions and finance discipline improvements
• Business Insight: Identifying growth opportunities, aligning resources, removing blockers, and maximizing investments
• Partnering across finance to understand FX frameworks and support cash management
• Controls and Compliance
• External Personal Leadership
• Business Excellence: Ensuring integrity of budget and target processes for MCAPS revenue and P&L, and managing monthly financial rhythms

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualification: Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or a related field, with extensive experience in financial analysis, accounting, controllership, or finance, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualification: Experience managing direct reports.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, ancestry, citizenship, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, disability, veteran status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application process.

Keywords: Reading jobs

Closed Date: 2025-06-06