Reporting To: Directors,
Contract Period: 3 Years (Renewable),
Location: Lubumbashi, DRC,
Industry: Oil & Gas,
Gross Salary: KES 250,000 – 300,000 plus other benefits,
Our
client is an Oil & Gas company based in Dubai. They are looking to hire a Senior Finance Officer responsible for managing financial
planning, reporting, budgeting, and controls to support business
decision-making and ensure financial integrity. The role works closely with
senior management to analyze financial performance, improve efficiency, and maintain
compliance with financial policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all accounting transactions in compliance with IFRS and DRC
regulations.
- Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial
closings.
- Prepare accurate balance sheets and profit & loss statements.
- Monitor and report on financial health, liquidity, and cash flow.
- Reconcile accounts payable, receivable, and bank statements
promptly.
- Lead the audit process and act as the primary liaison with external
auditors.
- Support the transition to a new accounting system, ensuring data
integrity and audit continuity.
- Analyze financial results and present insights to senior management.
- Develop and maintain working capital models and cash flow forecasts.
- Assist in financial planning and strategic decision-making through
modeling and forecasting.
- Ensure compliance with DRC financial legislation and statutory
requirements.
- Conduct due diligence, KYC, and AML checks for onboarding and
monitoring counterparties.
- Lead ERP system implementation and ensure seamless integration and
user adoption.
- Continuously improve financial processes and internal controls.
- Open and manage accounts with financial institutions to support
operational continuity.
- Manage treasury operations, including cash management, liquidity
planning, and short-term investment decisions.
- Handle trade finance activities such as letters of credit, bank
guarantees, documentary collections, and related documentation.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and regional
banks, ensuring access to financing, FX facilities, and operational
support.
- Provide financial oversight for regional operations and transactions
involving Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique, ensuring compliance with local
regulatory, tax, and banking requirements.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/ACCA
preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and corporate compliance.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Experience working with or supporting financial operations in
Tanzania, Kenya, or Mozambique.
- Proven experience in treasury management and trade finance.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop relationships with
local banking institutions.
- Fluency in English and Swahili required. Somali language is an added
advantage.
- Candidates must be willing to relocate
How to Apply
If
you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and
experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject
(Finance Officer-DRC) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 13th May
2026
NB:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any
communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider
your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for
applying
Corporate
Staffing Service never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any
stage of the recruitment process.
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