Financial Controller M/F

 

 

Financial Controller M/F

General Information

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!   

Job description

Mission description

The Financial Controller will play a hybrid role combining FP&A responsibilities with traditional financial controlling tasks. This position is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Kigali Shared Service Center (KSSC), while also managing intercompany invoicing and receivables tracking across the group. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting/advisory firms or within a multinational corporate environment, demonstrating strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
- Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the
KSSC.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with group
objectives.
- Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to management.
- Develop financial models to support decision-making and cost optimization.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management
reports.
- Monitor compliance with IFRS and group accounting policies.
- Provide detailed analysis of KSSC performance and recommend corrective
actions where needed.

Controlling & Intercompany Management:
- Manage invoicing for services provided by the KSSC to other entities within the
group.
- Track and reconcile intercompany receivables and ensure timely collections.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes for the KSSC.
- Challenge and provide KPIs for all departments in KSSC.

Process Optimization:
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance efficiency.
- Implement best practices in reporting, forecasting, and intercompany
transactions.
- Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual work and improve accuracy.

Stakeholder Management: ·
- Act as a key liaison between the KSSC and group entities for financial matters.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure
transparency.
- Support cross-functional projects and provide financial insights to business
leaders.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability.

This list is not exhaustive.

 

Profile

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; professional
certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA) is a plus.
- 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, controlling, or audit within an
advisory firm or multinational corporation.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
(IFRS preferred).
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or
similar).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, shared service environment and manage multiple
priorities.
- Fluency in English, French, and Kinyarwanda is preferred.