Regional Finance Manager at Dangote

The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:

Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation

Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.

The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Job Purpose

To lead financial planning, control, reporting, and risk management across the region, ensuring strong financial performance, compliance, and alignment with corporate strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Develop and manage regional budgets, forecasts, and financial models
Track performance vs. budget and provide variance analysis
Support strategic decision-making through insights and recommendations

Financial Reporting

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Ensure accuracy and compliance with IFRS and company policies
Consolidate financials across plants or subsidiaries in the region

Cost Control & Efficiency

Monitor production and operating costs in cement plants
Drive cost optimization initiatives
Analyze cost drivers (energy, logistics, raw materials)

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
Strengthen internal controls and audit processes
Manage relationships with auditors (internal & external)

Cash Flow & Treasury Oversight

Monitor working capital (inventory, receivables, payables)
Ensure liquidity management across the region
Support treasury in funding and capital allocation

Business Partnering

Partner with plant managers, operations, and commercial teams
Provide financial insights to support pricing, sales, and investment decisions
Act as a strategic advisor to regional leadership

Team Leadership

Lead and develop regional finance teams
Set performance targets and ensure capability building
Drive a culture of accountability and high performance

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
Professional certification required:  ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Experience

Typically 10+ years of finance experience

Experience in: 

Manufacturing (preferably cement or heavy industry)
Multi-plant or regional operations
Prior experience in a senior finance or managerial role

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong financial modelling & analytical skills
Deep knowledge of cost accounting in manufacturing
Leadership & team management
Business acumen and strategic thinking
Strong communication & stakeholder engagement
High integrity and attention to detail

KPIs / Performance Metrics

Budget vs actual performance
Cost reduction targets
Cash flow and working capital efficiency
Audit and compliance scores
Profitability of regional operations

Reporting Line

Usually reports to: Regional CFO, Pan Africa
Works closely with: Plant Heads of Finance, Country CFOs, Corporate Finance Team