Financial Director

Seaboard Overseas is continuously looking for qualified professionals in the financial sector to work as a Financial Controller or Financial Director for one of our many affiliate locations across Africa. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to, financial planning, financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, general ledger management, accounting system, compliance, and risk management. The Financial Director or Controller works closely with senior leadership to align financial strategies with organizational goals, drive growth, ensure financial sustainability, and provide sound financial guidance. Please note we do not have a specific opening available at this time, we are interested in speaking with qualified candidates to help build our bench of talent for future opportunities.

Candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of responsibilities that may include:

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies aligned with the company's goals.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and executive team.
• Coordinate financial, accounting and management control functions with operational personnel.
• Direct, plan, organize and implement overall procedures for financial reporting and ensuring adherence to strict reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate with Division Finance team in the preparation and issuance of financial statements that are in accordance with United States GAAP.
• Oversee coordination in the design and implementation of any revisions to comprehensive financial accounting and internal control systems.
• Completion of Sarbanes Oxley required documentation to fulfill the requirements of Seaboard Corporation.
• Assist with matters relating to control, cash management strategy, and execution of treasury directives.
• Assist with proper administration of tax compliance.
• Manage internal and external audits.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
• Ensure periodic meetings with operation personnel to identify financial, and risk issues that may impact the integrity of the company’s assets.
• Management of general administration and reporting staff.
• The responsibilities outlined in this job description are not comprehensive; additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time.

Education & Experience

• Professional credentials such as US CPA, or CA
• Experience reporting financials in accordance with US GAAP
• Big 4 Audit Experience preferred
• Foreign exchange exposure preferred
• 5+ years prior accounting experience required
• Must be fluent in French and English
• Experience working for a multinational company, preferably in Francophone Africa
• Willingness to relocate to a developing country in Francophone Africa