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Financial Controller - Angola - Upstream

Luanda Permanent 60,000 - 70,000 per year View Job Description
As a Financial Controller, your key objective is to lead and manage all the financial operations for our client's oil&gas operations in Angola. In addition, you will oversee financial budgeting, auditing and financial analysis
  • International Oil&gas operator with business operations in Africa
  • Driving financial performance and profitability for the group in Angola

About Our Client

Our client is an Oil&gas operator with a strong presence in Angola, operating in a dynamic and capital-intensive sector that plays a key role in the country's economic growth. Their business combines global expertise with deep local knowledge, and we are committed to building a sustainable future by investing in people, technology, and communities. Due to an internal promotion in the group, they are seeking a Financial Controller to join their growing team in Luanda, Angola.

Job Description

Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you will be responsible for carrying out the below responsibilities:

  • Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (both statutory and management reporting)
  • Ensure compliance with Angolan statutory laws, tax regulations, and any international accounting standards (IFRS etc.)
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning cycles; analyze variances vs budget/forecast
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities
  • Implement, monitor, and improve financial controls, policies and procedures
  • Liaising with external auditors, tax authorities, regulatory bodies
  • Provide financial insights, analysis and recommendations to upper management for strategic decision-making



The Successful Applicant

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Financial Controller, preferably from the Oil&gas sector is required
Previous experience working within Big 4 Audit firms is highly desirable
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required
Professional qualification in CA/CPA is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of IFRS, local statutory exposure and taxation methods in Angola is preferred
Excellent leadership & stakeholder management skills
Excellent fluency in English & Portuguese is required

What's on Offer

Competitive package + benefits + attractive bonus

Contact
Ridge Fernandes
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6846326
Phone number
+33141927070

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Financial Controller
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Luanda
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ridge Fernandes
Consultant phone
+33141927070
Job Reference
JN-092025-6846326