Finance Manager, Overseas Ceramics Factory (West African French)

Company Overview

The company is an established international organization operating within the healthcare and manufacturing sector, with a strong presence across multiple global markets. The company is committed to delivering high-quality products and solutions while maintaining excellence in operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainable business practices. With expanding international operations, the organization continues to strengthen its footprint across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America.


Finance Manager (Manufacturing) - Africa Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of financial management activities for the manufacturing operation, including financial accounting, cost control, budgeting, financial reporting, analysis, and tax compliance.
• Support senior leadership in monitoring and optimizing business processes, internal controls, and financial governance.
• Review and provide financial input on significant commercial agreements, contracts, and investment decisions.
• Participate in the development and execution of annual business plans and provide financial insights to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and performance analyses to management.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team to drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of finance experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience in cost accounting and manufacturing finance is essential.
• Experience managing tax matters and supporting international operations is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and ERP platforms.
• Fluent in English; French proficiency is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively managing cross-functional relationships.
• Strong professional integrity, sound judgment, and decision-making capabilities.
• Willingness to relocate and be based in Africa.

Preferred Profile

• French-speaking finance professionals with experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with French-owned or French-invested manufacturing companies is highly advantageous.
• Exposure to international business operations and multicultural environments.
• Comfortable participating in remote/video interview processes.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• International career development opportunities.
• Paid annual leave entitlement, including an extended fully paid leave period after completing a continuous service cycle.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing international manufacturing operation.