Group Chief Financial Officer

Job Description : GROUP CFO ETHIOPIA prominent cement manufacturing company in Ethiopia, recognized for its commitment to excellence, sustainable practices, and innovation in the industry. With a substantial production capacity of 70,000 quintals of cement daily, a strong market presence, and a commitment to quality, they are a key player in the region's industrial landscape on manufacturing and distribution of cement . Due to an expansion in their business operations, they are currently seeking a strategic Group Chief Financial Officer to spearhead their growing cement operations in Addis Ababa , Ethiopia Job Description Headquartered in Addis Ababa along with the Board of Directors, You are required to carry out the below duties: Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's business objectives. Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) process, ensuring accurate budgeting and forecasting. Oversee the preparation of financial statements, reports, and presentations for executive management and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations within Ethiopia Lead financial risk management, identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks. Lead financial due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other investment opportunities. Establish and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory bodies. Drive cost optimization initiatives to enhance profitability The Successful Applicant You have a minimum of 15 years of proven experience as a Group Chief Financial Officer, ideally within the cement manufacturing or heavy industry sector across East Africa. You hold a professional financial qualification such as CPA, CMA or ACCA . You bring a strong command of IFRS , US GAAP , and ideally a solid understanding of local financial regulations in Ethiopia. With a track record of strategic leadership, financial governance, and problem-solving in complex environments, you are fluent in English and capable of operating at Group level in a multicultural and multi -country context.

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