Head of Finance - H/F

• Own the full month-end close process and ensure reporting within Group timelines (target 5–8 working days).
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in line with IFRS and Group accounting policies.
• Submit accurate and complete Monthly Executive Committee (MEC) reporting packs.
• Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed, reviewed, and properly supported.
• Maintain strong financial discipline and documentation standards.
• Identify process inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement in the close cycle.

• Lead the annual budgeting process in alignment with Regional and Group strategy.
• Prepare rolling forecasts and provide clear variance analysis.
• Partner with operational leadership to ensure financial plans are realistic and controlled.
• Monitor cost discipline and profitability metrics.

• Implement and maintain the Group internal control framework.
• Ensure consistency in key controls including reconciliations, journal approvals, authorisations, and system access.
• Strengthen documentation of finance processes and SOPs.
• Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and compliance.
• Ensure segregation of duties and appropriate risk mitigation.

• Ensure full compliance with DRC tax regulations and statutory accounting requirements.
• Manage compliance with Central Bank of Congo requirements.
• Oversee preparation and submission of all statutory filings and tax returns.
• Maintain strong working relationships with tax authorities and regulators.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on the business.

• Lead statutory audits locally and ensure continuous audit readiness.
• Prepare and review PBC documentation and audit support schedules.
• Coordinate with Regional and Group finance teams during audit cycles.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Ensure high-quality financial documentation throughout the year.

• Ensure full and disciplined use of Microsoft Dynamics and Mifos.
• Ensure all transactions are processed through approved systems with no parallel manual records.
• Maintain accurate chart of accounts mapping aligned with Group standards.
• Support system improvements and automation initiatives.
• Maintain strong system access governance.

• Oversee petty cash governance across all operational units.
• Review petty cash vouchers and expense reports for compliance.
• Participate in and oversee petty cash month-end closing processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to approval and documentation standards.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the local finance team.
• Build technical capability and strengthen reconciliation discipline.
• Ensure clear role definitions and performance expectations.
• Promote a culture of integrity, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Identify talent gaps and escalate resourcing needs where appropriate.

• Partner with Country Manager and operational leadership on financial performance.
• Prepare financial information for lenders and investors where required.
• Provide financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.
• Actively contribute to improving financial processes and governance standards.

• Strong IFRS knowledge.
• Strong balance sheet and reconciliation discipline.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
• Solid understanding of tax and statutory compliance.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

• High integrity and professional discipline.
• Strong ownership mindset.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented.
• Able to operate independently within a smaller structure.
• Strong communicator across local and international stakeholders.
• Comfortable in a fast-growing, evolving environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification required (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Big 4 audit experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive finance experience.
• Minimum 5 Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred.
• Experience managing small to medium-sized finance teams.
• Exposure to multinational reporting structures is advantageous.

• Excellent command of French and English.

• Good command of ERP Software (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
• Microsoft Skills

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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