Head of Finance
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Job summary
The ideal candidate will combine strong manufacturing finance expertise with ERP proficiency, business analytics capability, and hands-on leadership experience in emerging markets.
Min Qualification:
Bachelors
Experience Level:
Senior level
Experience Length:
10 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 9 to 5
Job descriptions & requirements
Location: Tanzania
Reporting To: CEO
Sector: Manufacturing
Eligibility: All Nationalities
About the Role
Our client is a large manufacturer in Tanzania is seeking a commercially driven and technology-oriented Head of Finance to lead the country’s finance function. The role will provide strategic financial leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize cash flow, and drive digital transformation within finance operations in addition to managing other aspects of business operation i.e. production process flow and inventory management.
The ideal candidate will combine strong manufacturing finance expertise with ERP proficiency, business analytics capability, and hands-on leadership experience in emerging markets.
Key Roles
Strategic & Commercial Finance
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on financial strategy and business planning.
• Drive profitability, cost optimization, and capital efficiency initiatives.
• Lead long-term financial planning and investment analysis.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Deliver timely MIS reports and performance dashboards.
• Provide actionable financial insights to support decision-making.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Oversee preparation of:
o Balance Sheet
o P&L Statements
o Cash Flow Reports
• Ensure compliance with IFRS (including IFRS 9) and local regulations.
• Manage tax planning and TRA compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors (KPMG, PwC or equivalent).
Treasury & Working Capital Management
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Optimize working capital and banking relationships.
• Lead Forex management and currency risk mitigation strategies.
ERP & Digital Finance Leadership
• Drive ERP optimization (SAP / SYSPRO preferred).
• Automate finance processes (AP, AR, reconciliations, reporting).
• Implement BI tools (Power BI or similar) for enhanced reporting.
• Ensure financial data integrity and internal controls.
Team Leadership
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and sales.
Qualifications and Experience
• CA / CPA / ACCA / CFA / MBA (Finance)
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
• Strong experience in manufacturing / FMCG / packaging sector preferred.
• Exposure to African or emerging markets is an advantage.
• Proven experience in ERP-led finance transformation.
How to apply:
If you meet the above job requirements, we would like to connect with you. To apply, please submit your updated CV to recruit@platinumadvisory.co.ke within the deadline.
Safeguarding, Inclusivity and Equality: All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic that has no bearing on the ability to perform the required job duties.
Data Protection: By submitting your application, you confirm that the submitted information is true and authorize us and our client to use your personal data, to further process your engagement for lawful purposes related to the organization’s vision, including conducting background checks.
Disclaimer: Please note that we do not charge a fee at any stage of this recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for receiving applications: 24th April 2026
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