The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Description
The Regional Finance Manager is responsible for the analysis, consolidation and streamlining of Financial Performance, Discipline, Compliance & Decision Support in the PanAfrica Region.
The role ensures compliance with corporate policies, IFRS/local GAAP while providing strategic financial guidance, performance analysis through data analysis and effective benchmarking to drive sustainable growth and support return on investment and assets profitability in the Region.
Key Responsibilities Area:
The Regional Finance Manager bridges corporate HQ and local finance teams, ensuring strong compliance while acting as a strategic partner to regional leadership.
Financial Management & Reporting:
Oversee regional consolidation of financial results, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
Provide meaningful financial analysis, commentary, and insights on business performance.
Implements regional Dashboards providing a synthetic view of the Regional performance, linking operations KPIs and Metrics to the financial KPIs leveraring Power BI , Automation and AI
Monitor regional cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
Planning & Budgeting:
Lead regional annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning cycles
Provide strategic and operational guidance to the countries Financial Controllers and/or Management Accountants
Challenge assumptions and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Track actuals vs. budget/forecast and recommend corrective actions
Ensure corrective action plans are rigorously implemented and monitored for effective results
Business Partnering:
Act as a financial advisor to local business leaders in coordination with the Regional CFO.
Analyze support materials for commercial decision-making, encompassing scenario analysis, return on investment assessments, and insights on pricing and margins.
Identify risks, opportunities, and efficiency improvements
Implement a post-review of Business cases to assess any significant variance between current results and initial assumptions. Advise corrective action plan
Working Capital Management:
Oversee the effective implementation of a Working Capital Committee in each country of the Region
Designate and collaborate with Group procurement & Operations on initiatives meant at optimizing working capital requirement in country.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management:
Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, tax regulations, and statutory reporting in all countries within the region.
Coordinates audit processes (internal and external) and maintain strong internal controls.
Reviews, Reports and Advises on regional financial risk, including FX exposure and credit management.
Technology & Process Transformation:
Leverage technology and innovation to enhance financial processes, including analysis, reporting and decision-support processes across the Region
Partner with IT to drive integration of tools and systems, automation of processes and leverage AI for more efficacy
Team leadership & Development:
Coach, develop or support finance teams across the region notably Financial Controllers /Management accountant and Cost Controllers
Build a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
Drive knowledge sharing and process harmonization across local finance units.
Requirements
Key qualifications & Experience:
First Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) are a strong advantage.
Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience, including multi-country/regional exposure ideally in a multi-national setting
FMCG & Manufacturing knowledge or Consultancy background would be a key advantage
Strong experience in Analytics, Reporting, FP&A, and Compliance.
Strong analytical skills and experience in Investments and Business cases presentation
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and strong Excel/financial modeling skills.
Key skills & Competencies:
Strong business acumen and commercial mindset.
Deep understanding of the business model, industry trends, and market dynamics to make informed decisions
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex issues to diverse audiences.
Ability to influence peers and teams to drive outcomes.
Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively.
Hands-on, adaptable, and resilient in dynamic environments.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and team development skills.
Good project management skills.
Ability to handle ad-hoc requests promptly and accurately.