FINANCE DIRECTOR

IDENAU, LIMBE
Posted 2 years ago

The Finance Director is a key member of the finance team who contributes to American Beverage Company’s financial and commercial commitments by advising the Senior Management Team, and Supply Chain, on added value and performance. He/she manages the financial activities that go into calculating the cost of goods sold, including distribution, inventory management, capital expenditures, productivity, and monthly analyses of the Cameroon business unit. The main responsibilities include implementing new processes, standardizing existing ones, and developing financial reporting tools. He/she must also ensure proper inventory tracking and encourage continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Strategy (25%)

  • Assess, on an ongoing basis, the effectiveness and efficiency of financial and accounting processes and implement modern management tools such as key performance indicators, economic added value, best practices, and activity-based management
  • Work with executives and stakeholders – the main intermediaries between the Finance Services and other internal suppliers and customers – as well as the procurement, sales, marketing, IT, and legal affairs departments to implement best business practices
  • Ensure compliance with all laws, policies, procedures, and governance and ethical standards established by American Beverage Company (ABC)
  • Lead initiatives to improve organizational processes and operating results
  • Track inventories and implement the annual operating plan (AOP), forecasts, and month-end activities that go into calculating the cost of goods sold
  • Inform and consult with the Senior Management Team and productivity management related to the annual operating plan (AOP), forecasts, and month-end activities
  • Work closely with the water and packaging sourcing teams, the logistics team, and supply teams
  • Develop strong business partnerships with Distributors and Partners nationwide
  • Develop strong business partnerships with CEMAC logistics team stakeholders
  • Inform stakeholders of risks that need to be reduced and opportunities to capitalize on
  • Attend regular finance and supply chain meetings

Operations (65%)

  • Oversee the development and consolidation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and forecasts for all activities related to calculating the cost of goods sold
  • Work closely with logistics service providers on financial analyses and internal audits
  • Oversee the implementation of appropriate financial tools and systems, ensure managers receive information promptly and can actively take part in financial reviews, and monitor the training of end users
  • Develop critical measurement indicators and analyze performance accordingly to clearly explain monthly results to senior leadership
  • Assume operational responsibility (OR) for distribution and inventory management issues related to the cost of goods sold
  • Review periodic financial statements with executives to take corrective action if there is a deviation from the budget
  • Support the logistics team with financial analysis
  • Develop action plans to keep things on track and achieve financial objectives
  • Work closely with key operators to ensure superior performance, drive cost efficiency, hold leaders accountable for results, standardize best practices, and eliminate waste
  • Apply strict inventory controls in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Oversee the productivity of the procurement and logistics departments

Leadership (10%)

  • Supervise a financial analyst and assume a leadership role for the entire Finance, Supply Chain, team
  • Coordinate or carry out the following activities:
  • Annual process for setting objectives and quarterly progress tracking
  • Annual work description process in line with strategic directions and objectives
  • Semi-annual and annual performance assessments
  • Establish or provide technical, vocational, and interpersonal training programs for the analyst and the rest of the team
  • Provide leadership and direction, and foster team development
  • Ensure the coordination, assessment, and ongoing improvement of the department and team, and create an atmosphere that inspires excellence

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and/or professional title (CPA-CA, CPA-CGA, CPA-CMA, or MBA)
  • 4 to 5 years’ experience in a position with increasing responsibilities and a successful track record

Skills

  • Strong business acumen and ability to influence business decisions in all sectors
  • Highly analytical mind and desire to understand the drivers for superior results
  • Motivation and independence
  • Powerful, positive leadership style that inspires, motivates, and shapes their team
  • Desire to achieve objectives and ability to solve complex problems
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Ability to adapt, multi-task, and take on additional responsibilities as required
  • Analytical skills, technical skills, and ability to make connections and turn observations into concrete actions
  • Ability to manage projects, solve problems using logic, analyze situations, and see the big picture while implementing short-term tactics
  • Ability to adhere to ABC’s policies, procedures, mission, and values
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in French and English) and ability to work closely with the finance team, functional group, coworkers, and senior management
  • Proficiency in Excel and other Office suite software and ability to model business needs and prepare scenario analyses
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, as needed

Company Overview & EEO Statement

American Beverage Company Sarl, is a leading beverage company in Cameroon with headquarters in Idenau, Limbe, with a projected annual revenue in excess of 2.5 billion CFA, ABC is on track to hold leadership positions in premium mineral water in Cameroon.
The Company maintains a formidable distribution network that enables its portfolio of more than 1500 owned, licensed and partners eager to make its brands available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages.
We crafted an unrivaled and solid benefits for you: We value our people and they are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated at work.
American Beverage Company Sarl, (ABC) is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. ABC recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or any other status protected by law EOE.

 

Additional Requirements:

Each Candidates must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.

 
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