CFO

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function for a fast-growing FMCG organization in Angola . The CFO will be responsible for overseeing financial strategy, financial planning & analysis, compliance, risk management, and driving business growth through strong financial leadership.

The role requires deep experience in FMCG operations, retail distribution, and multi-location financial management .

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives. Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team in decision-making and long-term planning. Provide financial insights to support expansion, investments, and profitability.
2. Financial Planning & Analysis Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth. Present financial reports and dashboards to senior leadership.
3. Financial Operations & Controls Oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, taxation, and audit functions. Ensure robust internal controls, compliance, and governance frameworks. Manage working capital, cash flow planning, and banking relationships.
4. FMCG & Retail Financial Management Manage financial operations across large retail store networks and distribution channels . Track product profitability, pricing strategy, inventory costs, and supply chain financials. Ensure efficient financial management of high-volume FMCG operations.
5. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with local regulations, tax laws, and international financial standards . Manage internal and external audits and mitigate financial risks.
6. Team Leadership Build and lead a high-performing finance team. Mentor finance leaders across accounting, FP&A, treasury, and compliance functions. Key Requirements 15+ years of experience in Finance , with significant exposure to FMCG or Retail industry . Proven experience as CFO / Finance Director / Head of Finance in a large organization. Strong experience managing multi-location retail or FMCG distribution businesses . Expertise in financial planning, corporate finance, taxation, compliance, and treasury . Experience working in international markets or emerging economies is preferred. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking abilities. Educational Qualifications CA / CPA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent finance qualification . Additional global finance certifications will be an advantage.

Preferred Skills

Experience in SAP / ERP-based financial systems . Strong understanding of FMCG supply chain and distribution economics . Ability to manage large-scale financial operations in a fast-paced environment .

Requirements

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function for a fast-growing FMCG organization in Angola . The CFO will be responsible for overseeing financial strategy, financial planning & analysis, compliance, risk management, and driving business growth through strong financial leadership.

The role requires deep experience in FMCG operations, retail distribution, and multi-location financial management .

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives. Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team in decision-making and long-term planning. Provide financial insights to support expansion, investments, and profitability.
2. Financial Planning & Analysis Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth. Present financial reports and dashboards to senior leadership.
3. Financial Operations & Controls Oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, taxation, and audit functions. Ensure robust internal controls, compliance, and governance frameworks. Manage working capital, cash flow planning, and banking relationships.
4. FMCG & Retail Financial Management Manage financial operations across large retail store networks and distribution channels . Track product profitability, pricing strategy, inventory costs, and supply chain financials. Ensure efficient financial management of high-volume FMCG operations.
5. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with local regulations, tax laws, and international financial standards . Manage internal and external audits and mitigate financial risks.
6. Team Leadership Build and lead a high-performing finance team. Mentor finance leaders across accounting, FP&A, treasury, and compliance functions. Key Requirements 15+ years of experience in Finance , with significant exposure to FMCG or Retail industry . Proven experience as CFO / Finance Director / Head of Finance in a large organization. Strong experience managing multi-location retail or FMCG distribution businesses . Expertise in financial planning, corporate finance, taxation, compliance, and treasury . Experience working in international markets or emerging economies is preferred. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking abilities. Educational Qualifications CA / CPA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent finance qualification . Additional global finance certifications will be an advantage.

Preferred Skills

Experience in SAP / ERP-based financial systems . Strong understanding of FMCG supply chain and distribution economics . Ability to manage large-scale financial operations in a fast-paced environment .

Benefits

Competitive Tax-efficient Salary Package Accommodation / Housing Allowance Medical Insurance for employee Relocation Assistance Paid Annual Leave as per Angola labor laws Opportunity to work in a leadership role in a fast-growing FMCG market