• JOB TITLE: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
• INDUSTRY : Tobacco
• SALARY: 3500-4000 USD
• EXPERIENCE:  15+ years of experience, including 5+ years in a senior finance role
• DEPARTMENT: Finance
• CONTRACT TYPE: Contract
• LOCATION: Douala

MISSION

The CFO is responsible to oversee the financial health of our diversified conglomerate, which operates across manufacturing, distribution, cross-border trade, and investments in Cameroon and neighboring African markets.

ACTIVITIES

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for all business units (manufacturing, distribution, trading).
• Develop financial models to evaluate business performance, pricing strategies, and cost optimization initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee preparation of consolidated financial statements in compliance with OHADA standards and IFRS.
• Ensure timely submission of tax filings, statutory audits, and regulatory reports across jurisdictions.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

• Monitor liquidity, manage cash flow cycles, and optimize working capital for high-volume trade and manufacturing operations.
• Mitigate risks related to currency fluctuations, credit terms, and cross-border transactions.

ERP & Process Optimization:

• Utilize Odoo ERP to automate financial workflows, enhance inventory management, and streamline supply chain finance.
• Identify gaps in financial processes and implement digital solutions for efficiency.Cost Control & Profitability:
• Analyze cost structures across business verticals (e.g., production, logistics) and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Partner with operations teams to align financial goals with production and distribution timelines.

Risk Management & Internal Controls:

• Design and enforce robust internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
• Ensure compliance with OHADA legal frameworks, tax laws, and transfer pricing regulations.

Team Leadership:

• Mentor and manage a team of finance professionals, fostering collaboration across accounting, treasury, and compliance functions.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and adherence to best practices.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Liaise with senior management, auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide actionable financial insights to drive business growth and expansion

QUALIFICATION

• Education: CA/CPA/MBA in Finance with 15+ years of experience, including 5+ years in a senior finance role (e.g., Finance Manager,Controller) within a multi-sector organization.
• Regional Expertise: Proven experience operating in Cameroon and/or Francophone Africa, with knowledge of regional market dynamics.

OTHERS TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Expertise in OHADA accounting and audit standards.
• Proficiency in Odoo ERP for financial reporting and process automation.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI).Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Creative problem-solving
• A strategic and analytical mind
• Strategic thinking and analysis
• Excellent communication skills
• Well organized and dedicated
• Integrity and loyalty
• Rigorous
• Sense of responsibility
• Finding solution thinking
• Disciplined
• Positive thinking.

PARTNERS

• Internal
• External

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

• Laptop
• Cell phone
• Company car

WORK CONDITIONS & BUSINESS CONSTRAINTS

• High mobility through the commercial network

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Profitability and Growth
• Liquidity and Solvency
• Efficiency and Operations
• Reporting and Compliance
• Investment and Capital Management

GENERAL PROVISIONS

• Scrupulous respect of the internal regulations, of which he acknowledges having good knowledge of the provisions.
• Act in accordance with the orders and instructions given to him by the employer, his agents or his servants, with a view to the execution of the contract.
• Execution of all other tasks entrusted by management in a purely professional context.
• Must immediately inform the line manager and request the action to be taken in the event of a difficulty encountered during the work, likely to hinder the smooth running of the activities.
• Must ensure the delivery of service in accordance with the team.