FINANCE DIRECTOR – Commodity Trading
Job Description
- Leading multinational operating in the physical commodity trading sector
- Optimizing and standardizing financial processes across the region.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading multinational operating in the soft commodities sector, with a strong presence globally. They are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Controller to oversee financial operations across East Africa. This is a high-impact role with significant exposure to senior leadership and an opportunity to drive strategic initiatives.
Reporting to the Regional CFO and managing your team, your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing and improving the financial closing process across all African entities.
- Consolidating financial data for accurate and transparent reporting.
- Leading the digital transformation of financial data and implementing automated solutions.
- Supporting a new ERP implementation and training finance teams on its functionalities.
- Conducting in-depth financial analysis and providing insights to support business strategy.
- Acting as a key partner to the Regional CFO in strategic decision-making and planning.
The Successful Applicant
You should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a CPA, CFA, or MBA being preferred. Extensive experience in financial controlling within a multinational organization is essential, while a background in the soft commodities sector is highly desirable. A proven ability to thrive in diverse, fast-paced, and multicultural environments is also important. You must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, hands-on expertise and ideally SAP implementation. Excellent communication and organizational skills, combined with a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and self-discipline, are required.
What’s on Offer
Excellent remuneration & package
