Finance Manager

About the role

ECOM Cameroon Commodities is looking for an experienced, results-oriented Finance Manager in Douala to oversee the financial management and reporting of the business in Cameroon. The role ensures sound financial controls, accurate reporting, compliance and effective financial planning, and supports informed business decisions. It reports to the Finance Controller and Country Director.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance and accounting activities.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, receivables, payables and overall financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning; review transactions and document them properly.
• Monitor spending against approved budgets and investigate significant variances.
• Coordinate statutory and tax compliance, and support internal and external audits.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Country Director and Finance Controller.
• Supervise and coach finance team members and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Collaborate with operational teams on cost management and ensure compliance with OHADA accounting requirements and local regulations.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash-flow management and internal controls.
• Knowledge of OHADA accounting standards is an advantage.
• Experience in a multinational, commodities, agricultural or trading environment is an advantage.
• Bilingual, fluent in English and French, spoken and written.

Required skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.