Financial Controller
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Our client – operating in the FMCG sector is looking for a Financial Controller with Cost Accounting experience in the Process Manufacturing Industry. The role will be physically located in Dakar – Senegal.
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Overview
Our client – operating in the
FMCG sector
is looking for a
Financial Controller
with
Cost Accounting experience in the Process Manufacturing Industry.
The role will be
physically located
in Dakar – Senegal.
Job Summary
***Execution of overall finance activities in Africa which includes managing control and responsibility for all financial aspects.
Overseeing accounts and accounting functions*
–
*with particular emphasis on cost accounting.***
Primary responsibilities include:
Accounting, Costing & Treasury
- Take overall control of the company’s accounting functions
- Monitoring costs, margins and profitability
- Cost Accounting System: Develop, maintain, and analyze cost accounting systems to monitor expenses and inventory
- Variance Analysis: Conduct inventory cycle counts, evaluate production costs, and analyze variances
- Profitability Analysis: Analyze factors affecting prices and product profitability
- Efficiency Enhancement: Identify cost-saving opportunities through detailed cost allocation and operational analysis
- Manage company cash management policies and treasury functions
- Ensure financial systems are robust, compliant, and support current and future business growth
Financial Planning & Taxation
- Lead corporate budgeting processes, forecasting, and financial planning
- Provide financial analysis and guidance to support business strategy and decision-making
- Ensure regulatory compliance for statutory bodies, taxation, and corporate finance
Strategic Leadership
- Contribute fully to the development of company strategy across all areas of the business
- Provide leadership to implement Finance and Accounting strategy to optimise financial performance
- Work with senior management teams to grow the business, including capital planning, debt, equity, disposals, and acquisitions
- Establish strong working relationships with stakeholders, including senior executives, auditors, bankers, and tax authorities
- What's on offer:
- Basic Salary: USD 5,000/- p.m.
- Company Car
- Fully furnished accommodation
- Family medical insurance
- Family air-tickets
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