Finance Manager

Network International; Africa; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Network International is seeking a Country Finance Manager in Ivory Coast to lead financial, accounting, and administrative operations. You will deliver accurate insights for strategic decision-making while ensuring compliance with local laws and group standards.

The role covers budgeting, reporting, cash management, and governance, with responsibilities for costing, IFRS compliance, and internal controls. A CA qualification or equivalent, with 6+ years in manufacturing or similar sectors, is

Qualifications

• CA qualification advantageous; MBA preferred.
• Honours Degree in Accounting and MBA preferred.
• Minimum 6 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in IFRS, SAP-B1, and advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, finance, and administrative processes to provide timely insights.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws and group reporting standards.
• Produce monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities.
• Implement internal controls and safeguard company assets.

Skills

CA qualification advantageous

MBA

Strong communication

IFRS knowledge

SAP-B1

Advanced MS Excel

Education

Honours Degree (BCom Accounting)

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP-B1

Automated financial systems

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

A great opportunity for a Finance Manager!

Join a multinational, renowned brand in the Ivory Coast, embodying a commitment to professional excellence, respect, integrity, and environmental responsibility. As the Country Finance Manager, you'll spearhead the financial, accounting, and administrative operations, delivering accurate insights for strategic decision-making while ensuring compliance with legal, tax, and reporting requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job's Purpose:

• Oversee accounting, finance, and administrative processes, providing accurate insights for management decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to legal, tax, and reporting obligations within the country and company standards.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Qualifications: CA qualification advantageous; Honours Degree (BCom Accounting) and MBA preferred.
• Work Experience: Minimum 6 years, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in finance, accounting, budgeting, IFRS, SAP-B1, automated financial systems, advanced MS Excel, and exceptional communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Controlling:

• Produce timely financial reports, monthly reports, strategic plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Analyse financial key figures and provide operational management with insightful support.

Accounting:

• Manage all Accounting functions: Costing (non-negotiable), General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bank Reconciliations, etc.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management accounts, and ensure IFRS compliance.

Cash Management:

• Optimize working capital needs and oversee credit control to minimize bad debts.
• Manage cash flow, treasury, and tax requirements in line with Group standards.

Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to financial legislation, standards, and statutory obligations.
• Maintain Corporate Governance aligned with Group standards, liaising with external entities as needed.

Internal Control:

• Implement internal control systems safeguarding company assets.
• Oversee effective internal controls, meeting the Internal Control Reference Framework (ICRF) requirements.

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume DIRECTLY to: [e-mail]

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