City: Douala Posted: 21-Oct-2025

A leading automobile company is seeking a skilled Finance and Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations in the company. The ideal candidate will have reasonable experience in fiscal policy and taxation, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the capacity to lead a diverse team effectively. This position requires resilience and the ability to analyze situations to propose viable solutions to management.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:
• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal policies and taxation regulations relevant to the automobile industry.
• Ensuring proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Monitoring cash and investment balances and performing cash flow forecasting.
• Budget managing and monitoring departmental, project, and organizational budget; assisting with monthly financial reporting needs.
• Performing fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.

Team Leadership:
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Implement training programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.

Analytical Skills:
• Conduct thorough data collection and analysis to inform financial decisions and strategy.
• Identify financial trends and provide actionable insights to management.

Problem-Solving:
• Assess financial situations and propose effective solutions to management.
• Collaborate with various departments to address financial challenges and optimize processes.

Multicultural Understanding:
• Promote an inclusive work environment that values multicultural diversity within the finance team.
• Adapt financial strategies to align with the diverse needs of the organization.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; a Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience, with at least 3 years in a Chief Finance Officer (CFO) role."
• Experience in financial management and accounting, preferably in automobile and equipment industries.
• Reasonable experience in handling fiscal policy and taxation issues, preferably in the automobile industry.
• Excellent team leadership and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an emphasis on data-driven decision-making.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Skills and Knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) with expertise in Excel required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience with financial management software (e.g., Sage Intacct, BILL) required.
• Experience overseeing the annual audit.
• Superior data management and data analysis skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to explain financial terms in simple language.