AFC Manager

ADMINISTRATION, FINANCIAL & CONTROL MANAGER

Location: Dakar, Senegal

Availability: Immediate availability or as soon as possible

JOB SUMMARY

The Administration, Financial & Control Manager is responsible for the proper management of the administrative and financial activities of the project in Senegal, ensuring compliance with applicable local laws and regulations, as well as with the policies and procedures issued by the Company’s Administration, Finance & Control Department.

The AFC Manager will work closely with the Project Manager, General Services Manager, HR Manager and Cost Control function, and will report directly to the CFO.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration & Financial Management

• Manage and coordinate all administrative, accounting and financial activities of the project.
• Prepare and provide the HQ Office with the financial and administrative data required for management control and reporting.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, financial plans, cash flow and working capital.
• Manage project financial resources and maintain effective relationships with local banks and financial institutions.
• Perform and monitor bank reconciliations.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, including invoicing, collections and follow-up of outstanding receivables.
• Manage administrative and financial relationships with the Client, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.

Tax, Customs & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Senegalese tax, foreign exchange, customs and corporate regulations.
• Coordinate the preparation and filing of tax returns and other statutory declarations.
• Monitor Withholding Tax (WHT) obligations, including WHT credits, deductions and supporting documentation.
• Ensure proper management and follow-up of VAT, corporate income tax, payroll-related taxes and other applicable local tax obligations.
• Support and monitor transfer pricing matters, including financial flows and transactions between the Senegal Branch and Head Office.
• Manage customs and import/export matters, including duties, taxes and customs documentation.
• Maintain effective relationships with local tax and customs authorities, as well as external advisors and auditors.

Reporting, Control & Audit

• Ensure accurate and timely financial and management reporting to Head Office.
• Ensure the proper maintenance of statutory accounting books and records.
• Coordinate and support internal and external financial and tax audits.
• Provide financial, tax and administrative information required for project tenders and new business opportunities.
• Ensure adequate control and protection of project assets, including vehicles, equipment, machinery and warehouses.
• Collaborate with other Company functions on cross-functional administrative, financial and operational activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• University degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in senior administration and financial management roles, preferably in international construction, infrastructure or Oil & Gas projects.
• At least 3 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Previous experience working on international projects, preferably in Africa.
• Solid knowledge of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and management reporting.
• Proven experience in a multicurrency environment, including bank reconciliations, cash-flow management and accounts receivable.
• Good knowledge of Senegalese tax and accounting regulations, including WHT, VAT and corporate taxation.
• Experience with customs and import/export procedures.
• Experience in transfer pricing and in managing financial flows and transactions between a foreign branch and its Head Office.
• Experience in coordinating financial and tax audits.
• Strong knowledge of accounting/financial systems and excellent command of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Italian: mother language.
• Fluent French is required.
• Good knowledge of English is considered an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international environment.
• Immediate availability or availability at short notice is strongly preferred.

NICE TO HAVE

• Previous experience in Senegal or other Francophone African countries.
• Experience working for an international Oil & Gas, EPC or construction company.
• Experience in finance and administration for large-scale construction or pipeline projects.
• Professional qualifications or certifications in accounting, finance or tax.

Compensation

Indicative gross annual salary (RAL): €50,000 – €65,000, depending on professional experience, technical expertise and seniority.

Travel, food and accommodation covered by the company.

The final compensation package will be defined according to the candidate's experience and professional profile.

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