Finance Manager

Ready to join a global organization shaping the future of sustainable supply chains? Join ECOM Cameroon Commodities as a Finance Manager in Douala, Cameroon.

ECOM Cameroon Commodities is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Finance Manager to oversee the financial management and reporting activities of the business in Cameroon.

About the Role

The Finance Manager plays a key role in ensuring sound financial controls, accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial planning, while supporting informed business decision-making.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

· Manage the day-to-day finance and accounting activities of the company.

· Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

· Monitor cash flow, working capital, receivables, payables, and overall financial performance.

· Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

· Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

· Review financial transactions and ensure appropriate documentation and approvals.

· Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and investigate significant variances.

· Coordinate statutory and tax compliance requirements.

· Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

· Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Country Director and Finance Controller.

· Supervise, coach, and develop finance team members.

· Ensure accurate maintenance of accounting records and financial documentation.

· Collaborate with operational teams to improve financial efficiency and cost management.

· Ensure compliance with applicable OHADA accounting requirements and local financial regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

· 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 of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting.

· Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash-flow management, and internal controls.

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management.

· Knowledge of OHADA accounting standards is an advantage.

· Experience working in a multinational, commodities, agricultural, or trading environment is an advantage.

· Strong Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.

· Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

· Must be bilingual and fluent in both English and French, both verbally and in writing.

Reports to: Finance Controller & Country Director | Department: Finance | Employment Type: Full-time