Finance Senior Manager-Africa

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About Dalberg

We are a global group working to build a more inclusive and sustainable world where all people, everywhere, can reach their fullest potential. We partner with and serve communities, governments, and companies throughout the world, providing an innovative mix of advisory, investment, research, analytics, and design services. Today’s complex global problems require new solutions. Comprised of Dalberg Advisors, Dalberg Media, Dalberg Design, Dalberg Data Insights and Dalberg Research; our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact at scale. We are from everywhere, at home anywhere – an African and American company as much as an Asian, Middle Eastern, and European one.

Dalberg is a place where a diverse mix of talented individuals are able to bring their authentic selves to work – whether it’s how you identify, where you come from, the languages you speak, the person you love, the way you worship. Dalberg is a home where people feel safe, understood, nurtured and encouraged to grow.

As a team of 620+ people from >65 countries, speaking over 90 languages collectively, with 48%+ female leadership team, Dalberg places diversity, equity and inclusion principles at the heart of our organization and the work we do alongside our clients, partners and communities.

Established in 2001 by experienced private sector consultants, Dalberg operates from 25+ worldwide locations. For more information, please visit Dalberg .

About You

Dalberg is currently seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial candidate to join its operations team as Finance Senior Manager. This is a full-time role that will be based in Kenya, South Africa, or Rwanda. The Finance Senior Manager will play a key role in running the Finance function for ~50 staff in the Africa region.

Reporting to the Regional Finance Committee and liaising with colleagues across the globe, this role will manage a growing team of ~2-3 professionals in Finance function. This role is both strategic as well as implementation focused.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Accounting, or Finance
• Professional Certifications, e.g. Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Certified Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or equivalent
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and working with senior management stakeholders
• Experience in a strategic position in professional services companies such as consulting, law or accounting firms, or at least in a multinational company
• Experience working in Africa and/or other developing contexts
• At least 7 years of professional experience

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and other financial regulations
• Financial modelling and analysis
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel (pivot tables, macros, etc.)
• Forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis

Leadership & Business Skills

• Strategic planning and decision-making
• Team leadership and people management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Project management

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) for presentation to senior regional and global management teams
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Adaptability and ability to work under pressure

What You Will Do and How You Will Grow

The Senior Finance Manager for Africa oversees the financial performance and health of the region by implementing budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and compliance efforts. This role maintains alignment with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS), supervises internal controls and audits, and conducts analysis to support business decision-making. In addition, the Senior Finance Manager directs Dalberg’s intra-region and global financial processes and operations, which includes the finance team’s execution of transactions and reporting across entities. This role also manages and develops the regional finance team, identifies and implements process improvements, and ensures timely and accurate financial reporting to senior leadership.

Financial Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support Dalberg’s growth objectives in Africa
• Direct the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with regional and global goals
• Analyze and develop financial insights and recommendations to the regional and global management teams for strategic decision-making

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
• Prepare and present financial performance and cash flow projections, drawing on business development pipeline and projected utilization data

Finance Team Management

• Supervise and mentor finance team members in the region, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Manage and coordinate financial operations across multiple countries, ensuring consistency and compliance with local regulations
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes and systems

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure and enforce adherence to financial regulations and standards in all countries within the Africa region
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting to regulatory bodies, tax authorities, and other stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing appropriate controls and safeguards
• Monitor changes in financial regulations and economic conditions affecting the region and recommend and implement changes as needed
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, including finance team counterparts in other regions and GSS, to align financial objectives with business strategies
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities

Project Management

• Direct and/or support cross-functional projects that impact financial operations and strategy
• Provide support in other areas of Dalberg Africa regional operations as the business, operations, and needs evolve

What We Offer

• A highly collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial organization that provides the platform to make an impact on day one
• A uniquely talented, highly diverse, passionate, and fun team
• A culture supportive of employee work/life balance
• A deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism in our culture, beliefs, systems, and processes
• Competitive benefits and career development opportunities

Join Our Team

Your application should be submitted here, via our Career Center before 2nd May 2025 and should include a resume and cover letter.

Dalberg is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Given the focus of the role on the Africa region, preference will be given to African nationals and diaspora.

Employment in all the Dalberg offices is conditional on the candidate having or obtaining the requisite authorization to live and work in that country.