Financial Controller (French Speaking / Finance / Budgeting / Reporting / Analytics) – Central Africa

Reference Number: 29MR

Job Description:

Our client, a leader in the sustainable wood products industry, is currently seeking a Financial Controller for their operations in the Republic of Congo. In this role, you will ensure accurate and transparent financial management of the company. You will develop and optimize management and monitoring tools, establish robust budgeting processes, and manage an analytical information system. This role requires strong expertise in finance, budgeting, and reporting, particularly within the context of international operations. The candidate will report locally to the Financial Director.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement management and monitoring tools, and procedures for verifying their use. 
• Develop and implement the budgeting process. 
• Monitor deviations between forecasted and actual objectives and assist operational managers by leading budget review workshops. 
• Master and maintain the analytical information system and prepare regular reporting on the structure’s activity for company management. 
• Prepare and update the Group reporting package, ensuring compliance with deadlines, standards, and established accounting rules (IFRS; Group Accounting Manual). 
• Actively participate in the company’s digital transformation and contribute to the software overhaul project, ensuring information quality and translating needs. 
• Ensure compliance with internal control and management procedures, and contribute to the development of new procedures for accuracy and quality. 
• Conduct decision-support studies and communicate important information to support the company’s objectives. 
• Organize, supervise, and validate physical inventories. 
• Maintain relationships and provide reports to external stakeholders (auditors) in support of the Financial Director.

Requirements:

• BA or MA in Business Administration, ideally with a specialization in Accounting and Control, or equivalent diploma. 
• Strong knowledge of accounting and cost accounting. 
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget. 
• Good understanding of internal procedures and organization. 
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). 
• Proficiency in Sage X3 accounting software is a significant advantage. 
• Good command of English and French, both spoken and written. 
• At least two years of experience in a similar environment. 
• Experience in Africa would be a plus.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to [email protected].

Please visit [www.camining.com](http://www.camining.com) or [www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com](http://www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com) for more exciting opportunities.

Mia Roberts 

Executive Talent Consultant - French 

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful; however, your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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