Financial Controller | English
il y a 2 semaines
About SMT Africa SMT Africa, the official distributor for Volvo Group (Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Bus and Volvo Penta) and other renowned brands, operates in 17 countries across North, Central, and West Africa, with over 1,200 skilled employees .
By developing our own sales and after-sales network with strong entrepreneurial spirit and operational agility, we strive for excellence . In order to support the growth of our Finance Department, we are currently looking for a Group Controller .
If you are passionate about Africa and Finance, this position is for you
As a Group Controller , you will ensure financial transparency, accuracy, and compliance for several African subsidiaries. You will play a key role in analyzing performance , improving financial processes , and supporting strategic decision-making .
The African region includes 20 legal subsidiaries, each operating under specific currencies, legislations, and accounting principles – a challenging and rewarding multi-country scope
Financial Reporting & Analysis :
Participate actively in preparing accurate and timely monthly and yearly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, etc.)
Identify financial risks and develop recommendations for local teams to mitigate them.
Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure full compliance with local regulations, accounting standards, and corporate policies.
Strategic Planning, Internal Controls & Risk Management :
Partner with management to develop long-term financial strategies and cost optimization initiatives .
Define and monitor KPIs to track financial and operational performance.
Develop and deliver insightful performance dashboards and reports to management, enabling data-driven decision-making at both strategic and operational levels.
Lead and coordinate the full local audit process, ensuring smooth collaboration between local finance teams, external auditors, and HQ, while continuously improving audit preparation and follow-up.
Serve as a reliable financial partner to country teams by offering guidance, sharing best practices, and supporting accurate and compliant financial reporting.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process optimization, promoting standardization, and empowering teams to challenge and enhance existing practices.
Master’s degree in Finance / Accounting
At least 4 years of experience in audit
Proven experience as a Financial/Business/Group Controller
Strong command of French and English (both written and spoken)
Solid expertise in MS Dynamics 365, Excel and Power BI
Autonomous yet highly collaborative, demonstrating strong team spirit
Understanding of financial consolidation principles
Experience in automotive industry (dealership), trading/resale, import/export, or industrial sectors
Familiarity with SYSCOHADA (the main accounting framework used across African countries)
Joining SMT Africa means joining a dynamic and international environment where autonomy, initiative, and continuous learning are encouraged.
A international environment , with opportunities to travel and collaborate across countries
A corporate culture based on team spirit, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence
Shape the financial future of a growing international group across Africa
Apply now and bring your financial expertise to SMT Africa
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