Business Controller

Active in more than 20 African countries, SMT offers the whole range of Volvo equipment: Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, and marine & industrial engines with Volvo Penta.

We are also the official dealer of SDLG, Dressta, Sennebogen Green Line, Mack Trucks and Marcopolo buses. In its subsidiaries, SMT Africa has a permanent stock of trucks, machinery, and parts ready to be delivered.

About SMT Africa

SMT Africa, the official distributor for Volvo Group (Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Bus and Volvo Penta) and other renowned brands, operates in 17 countries across North, Central, and West Africa, with over 1,200 skilled employees.

By developing our own sales and after-sales network with strong entrepreneurial spirit and operational agility, we strive for excellence. Through close partnerships with our customers, we deliver value, cutting-edge services, and premium products that support sustainable growth across the continent.

In order to support the growth of our Finance Department, we are currently looking for a Business Controller.

If you are passionate about Africa and Finance, this position is for you

About the Role

As a Business Controller, you will ensure financial transparency, accuracy, and compliance for several African subsidiaries. You will play a key role in analyzing performance, improving financial processes, and supporting strategic decision-making.

The African region includes 20 legal subsidiaries, each operating under specific currencies, legislations, and accounting principles – a challenging and rewarding multi-country scope

Your Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis :

• Participate actively in preparing accurate and timely monthly and yearly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, etc.)
• Identify financial risks and develop recommendations for local teams to mitigate them.
• Lead and review budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations, accounting standards, and corporate policies.

Strategic Planning, Internal Controls & Risk Management :

• Partner with management to develop long-term financial strategies and cost optimization initiatives.
• Monitor cash flow, oversee receivables, and mitigate liquidity risks.
• Perform branches and subsidiaries' visits to strengthen internal controls and relationships with local stakeholders.
• Define and monitor KPIs to track financial and operational performance.
• Develop and deliver insightful performance dashboards and reports to management, enabling data-driven decision-making at both strategic and operational levels.

Country Support / Control :

• Lead and coordinate the full local audit process, ensuring smooth collaboration between local finance teams, external auditors, and HQ, while continuously improving audit preparation and follow-up.
• Serve as a reliable financial partner to country teams by offering guidance, sharing best practices, and supporting accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process optimization, promoting standardization, and empowering teams to challenge and enhance existing practices.

Your Profile

Must-have :

• Master's degree in Finance / Accounting
• At least 4 years of experience in audit
• Proven experience as a Financial/Business Controller
• Strong command of French and English (both written and spoken)
• Solid expertise in MS Dynamics 365, Excel and Power BI
• Analytical mindset, precision, curiosity, and strong interpersonal communication
• Autonomous yet highly collaborative, demonstrating strong team spirit
• Persistent, detail-oriented, and professional in all interactions
• Willingness to travel in Africa (approx. 4 travel per year)

Nice-to-have :

• Understanding of financial consolidation principles
• Experience in automotive industry (dealership), trading/resale, import/export, or industrial sectors
• Demonstrate a strong affinity with Africa, and an open-minded approach to diverse cultural contexts
• Familiarity with SYSCOHADA (the main accounting framework used across African countries)

Why Join SMT Africa?

Joining SMT Africa means joining a dynamic and international environment where autonomy, initiative, and continuous learning are encouraged.

We offer:

• A competitive and motivating package aligned with your profile
• A strategic role with a full P&L view and high business impact
• A diverse, hands-on position – no two days are the same
• A international environment, with opportunities to travel and collaborate across countries
• A corporate culture based on team spirit, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence

Shape the financial future of a growing international group across Africa

Apply now and bring your financial expertise to SMT Africa

Our way of working as a professional community, can be best described as Caring, Daring and Sharing. Caring because we are service-minded, and we always like to go the extra mile for our customers and give our people the attention and care they deserve. Daring because we are innovative in our business, constantly looking for smart improvement. And finally Sharing because we realize we're doing this together; with our clients, with a great team of skilled specialists, excellent manufacturers and reliable suppliers. These values create an engaging environment for passionate people who like to work in a place with purpose.