CFO (CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER)

JOB TITLE: CFO (CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER)

NATURE OF JOB:  FULL TIME

SALARY: KSHS.450,000

JOB LOCATION: DRC

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with overall corporate objectives.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board on financial performance, investment opportunities, and growth initiatives.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and capital allocation.

Financial Management & Control

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Manage large-scale budgets and complex financial operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial systems.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local laws, tax regulations, and corporate governance standards in DRC.
• Liaise with auditors, regulatory authorities, and financial institutions.
• Implement and maintain risk management frameworks and internal audit processes.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, and banking relationships.
• Manage foreign exchange exposure and financial risk in a dynamic market environment.
• Optimize working capital and capital structure.

Operational & Commercial Support

• Partner with operations and commercial teams to drive profitability and cost optimization.
• Evaluate business performance metrics and provide actionable financial insights.
• Support expansion strategies, M&A, and investment analysis where applicable.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Build strong financial capabilities across the organization.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance excellence.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA, MSc Finance, or equivalent).
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Extensive experience in the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record managing large budgets and complex, multi-entity financial structures.
• Strong corporate governance and regulatory compliance expertise.
• Experience working in the Democratic Republic of Congo or similar African markets is a strong advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.