Cluster Administration & Finance Manager

About the role

The Cluster Administration & Finance Manager will lead the administration and finance functions across BIA Group’s operational entities in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Reporting to the Head of Administration and Finance, you will ensure compliance with legal and Group policies while supporting business growth and strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure local administration and finance teams comply with legal requirements, Group rules and operate efficiently.
• Support the implementation and standardisation of financial processes across all entities.
• Collaborate with the Shared Service Centre to guarantee accurate accounting and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee business control activities, delivering financial analysis and forecasts to aid decision‑making.
• Prepare regular financial reviews, balance‑sheet analyses and other accurate financial reports.
• Drive the budgeting and forecasting cycle, supporting the business planning process.
• Assist in the development and review of major operational projects and offers from a finance perspective.
• Coordinate with the Financing Department to implement its strategy locally.
• Manage fiscal, legal and insurance matters for the entities, with support from the Head of Legal when needed.
• Develop strong networks with internal support functions, IT and office management teams.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting.
• Fluent in both French and English.
• 5–10 years of experience in finance, accounting or controlling within an international industrial organisation, preferably in Africa.
• 2–5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial finance role.

Required skills