Schneider's purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be a trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. Our renewed purpose highlights our commitment to creating a lasting impact while maintaining our promise to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all.Your Mission: Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for driving business performance? Schneider Electric seeks a dynamic and experienced CFO to lead our financial strategy and contribute to our global success.Your RoleMagic happens when you bring great people together! Senior Territory Finance Officer for West Africa Level leading E2E Finance cycle leveraging all expert Finance Functions (Accounting, Internal control, BF, Credit, Treasury, Tax). Co-pilot with the West Africa Management to deliver and optimise short & long-term business performance, by business strategy support, resource allocations / investment initiatives arbitration and strategic decision making participation.Lead/Coordinate overall risks and ensure overall compliance at regional Level by driving financial health of legal entities and adherence to local, and international regulatory rules as well as group requirements regarding accounting, tax, treasury, credit management, internal control, export control and legal aspects of operations. Execute Group Finance Vision, including Finance Transformation, Finance Data Management and Efficiency Programs within Multi-Country Level. Lead Regional Finance Council and animate Finance Function at Regional level. Contribute to One Finance Community and drive One Finance Journey in the region.Drive Month-End Closing and Balance Sheet Reviews closely with CAO.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred.Proven experience as a CFO or in a similar senior financial role.Strong leadership and team management skills.Excellent understanding of financial data analysis and forecasting.Ability to drive change and process improvement.Fluency in English is a must.Proven track record of success in financial management in complexity.Advanced skills in controlling: Planning, Forecasting, Performance Analysis.Comprehensive expertise on Accounting, Internal Controls, Tax, Treasury and Group Reporting principles.Familiarity with legal context.Business acumen i.e. Transactional, Systems, Services and Software.Technical ability to anticipate business decision consequences on statutory and performance.Good understanding of channel approach, GTM principles and pricing dynamics.Good understanding of project management and GCP principles.Solid digital skills.
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