Regional Finance Manager at Dangote

The Dangote Group, one of Africa’s largest and most diversified business conglomerates, is seeking an experienced Regional Finance Manager to lead financial management activities across its regional operations. This senior leadership role is ideal for finance professionals with extensive experience in manufacturing, financial planning, reporting, compliance, and strategic business partnering.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting strategic decision-making, and strengthening financial controls across multiple operations within the region.

Job Overview

Position: Regional Finance Manager

Company: Dangote Group

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Nigeria

Industry: Manufacturing / Finance

Department: Finance, Accounting & Audit

Experience Required: Minimum 10 Years

Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

About Dangote Group

The Dangote Group is one of Africa’s leading industrial conglomerates with operations spanning multiple sectors, including cement manufacturing, sugar production, and other large-scale industries. Renowned for operational excellence and strong business practices, the organization continues to drive economic growth and industrial development across the continent.

As part of its ongoing expansion and operational excellence strategy, Dangote Group is seeking a highly skilled finance leader to support regional business performance and financial governance.

Job Purpose

The Regional Finance Manager will oversee financial planning, reporting, risk management, cost optimization, compliance, and treasury activities across regional operations.

This role is responsible for ensuring sound financial management practices, supporting business growth initiatives, and aligning financial objectives with corporate strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.

• Build financial models to support strategic decision-making.

• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.

• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.

• Provide actionable financial insights to senior management.

Financial Reporting

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements.

• Maintain compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• Consolidate financial reports across regional plants and subsidiaries.

• Support financial transparency and reporting excellence.

Cost Control and Operational Efficiency

• Monitor production and operational costs across manufacturing facilities.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.

• Analyze major cost drivers, including:

  • Energy consumption

  • Logistics expenses

  • Raw material costs

  • Operational expenditures

• Support initiatives aimed at improving profitability and operational performance.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.

• Strengthen internal control frameworks and governance processes.

• Support internal and external audit activities.

• Monitor adherence to corporate finance policies and procedures.

• Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Cash Flow and Treasury Management

• Monitor working capital performance across regional operations.

• Oversee management of:

  • Inventory

  • Receivables

  • Payables

• Support liquidity planning and cash flow optimization.

• Collaborate with treasury teams on funding requirements and capital allocation.

Business Partnering and Strategic Support

• Work closely with plant managers, commercial teams, and operational leaders.

• Provide financial guidance to support business decisions.

• Contribute to pricing, investment, and growth strategies.

• Act as a trusted financial advisor to regional leadership teams.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and develop regional finance teams.

• Set performance objectives and monitor achievement.

• Support talent development and capability-building initiatives.

• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Educational Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree in:

  • Accounting

  • Finance

  • Economics

  • Related Business Discipline

Professional Certifications

Applicants must hold at least one of the following professional qualifications:

• ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant)

• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)

• CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)

Experience Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience.

• Significant experience in manufacturing environments.

• Experience managing regional or multi-site finance operations.

• Proven success in senior finance leadership roles.

Preferred Industry Experience

Experience in the following sectors will be highly advantageous:

• Cement manufacturing

• Heavy industry

• Industrial production

• Large-scale manufacturing operations

Required Skills and Competencies

Financial Management Skills

• Financial planning and forecasting.

• Budgeting and variance analysis.

• Financial reporting and consolidation.

• Cash flow management.

Analytical Skills

• Advanced financial modeling capabilities.

• Strong business analysis skills.

• Cost accounting expertise within manufacturing environments.

• Data-driven decision-making abilities.

Leadership Skills

• Team leadership and performance management.

• Talent development and coaching.

• Cross-functional collaboration.

Strategic Business Skills

• Commercial awareness.

• Strategic thinking and planning.

• Business partnering expertise.

• Risk assessment and mitigation.

Communication Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management abilities.

• Strong presentation and reporting skills.

• Ability to influence decision-making at senior leadership levels.

Personal Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• High integrity and professionalism.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Results-oriented mindset.

• Ability to thrive in complex business environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance may be measured through:

• Budget versus actual performance.

• Regional profitability improvements.

• Cost reduction achievements.

• Working capital efficiency.

• Cash flow optimization.

• Audit and compliance performance scores.

• Financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.

Reporting Structure

Reports To

• Regional CFO – Pan Africa

Key Stakeholder Relationships

The Regional Finance Manager will work closely with:

• Plant Heads of Finance

• Country CFOs

• Corporate Finance Teams

• Operations Leadership

• Commercial Management Teams

Why Join Dangote Group?

Joining Dangote Group offers an opportunity to contribute to one of Africa’s most influential industrial organizations. This role provides exposure to large-scale manufacturing operations, strategic finance leadership, and regional business management while supporting long-term career growth in a dynamic environment.

Professionals seeking executive-level finance leadership opportunities within manufacturing and industrial sectors will find this position highly rewarding.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications. Highlight your experience in financial leadership, manufacturing finance, business partnering, cost optimization, compliance management, and regional operations to strengthen your application.