Financial Controller (Oil and Gas) - Cameroon

Reference: ED809
Salary: Negotiable
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Our client is one of the largest global providers in the oil and gas industry.  They help build innovative mechanical solutions, technology applications, and services for all phases of oil and gas developments. The company operates in over 100 countries and employs more than 40,000 people worldwide. They require a Cameroonian citizen for this role.

Job Purpose:

Responsible for all aspects of financial control, accounting and and financial management support for the RegionResponsible to build, develop and manage a strong finance team to support the Region business.Responsible for ensuring the provision of accurate and timely financial accounts for business:To comply with local fiscal authorities.To comply with US GAAP financial reporting requirements.Responsible for ensuring internal controls are in place and operating effectively, complying with company policy and SOX.To provide Operations Management with meaningful financial reports to assist them in running the business, work with management teams and advise on operational finance issues.To develop and improve processes and procedures, including implementing new financial systems within the Finance function to improve accuracy and efficiency and comply with local, Region & Global policies.Responsible for financial integration of newly acquired businesses into existing structure, and performing or assisting with due diligence on M&A projects when required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Qualified Accountant (recognised International Qualification such as CA, ACCA or CIMA).Minimum 7+ years experience, preferably with in a similar industry role.Experienced in management reporting, and providing support to all levels of operational and non-financial management.Strong practical experience in US GAAP accounting..Fluent in English and French languages, written and spoken.

Preferred:

Oil & Gas industry experienceFluent in the local language of the Region that the position is based in, written & spoken Knowledge/experience of Sarbanes Oxley and other SEC requirements.

Skill Requirements:

Essential:

Relevant PC skillsStrong communication skills (both written & oral)Ability to use initiative, judgement and work with minimum supervision.Experience of managing, developing and motivating a team.Strong knowledge and experience in accounting practice.Experience of working closely with operational and other non-financial personnel.Experienced in local accounting regulations, VAT and tax regulations and compliance with fiscal authorities.Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.Experience of budget and forecast preparation, written commentaries on business performance.Experience of working capital management and providing advice to management in this area.

Preferred:

JD Edwards, SAP, 1S, 1C and Hyperion experienceInterested in business and operational issues related to finance.

Please send a CV to eileen@caglobalint.com

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CA Global have Recruitment expertise in Africa in the following sectors, Mining, Oil & Gas, Banking, Finance, Telecoms, IT, Information Technology , NGO, Engineering, Construction, Power, Energy, Medical, Maritime, Transport, Shipping, Logistics, Procurement, Hotels and Executives. CA Global have experience in Recruiting and Staffing projects in the following countries: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

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