About Jumia:
Jumia believes that technology has the potential to transform everyday life in Africa for the better. Jumia was built to help consumers access millions of goods and services conveniently and at the best prices while opening up a new way for sellers to reach consumers and grow their businesses.
Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in 2019, Jumia is the leading e-commerce company in Africa, operating in 11 countries. The Jumia platform consists of a marketplace, which connects sellers with consumers, a logistics service, which enables the shipment and delivery of packages from sellers to consumers, and a payment service, JumiaPay, which offers a safe and easy solution to facilitate online payment transactions. The company offers goods across a broad range of categories, such as phones and electronics, home appliances, fast-moving consumer goods, fashion and beauty.
The Group Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and managing the month-end and year-end close processes.
Reporting to the Head of Shared Accounting, this role will play a crucial part in maintaining compliance with accounting standards, driving process improvements, and providing leadership to the accounting team. The Group Financial Controller will collaborate across departments to support the company’s financial objectives and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
What you will be doing
- General Ledger & Month-End Close: Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger and compliant with group accounting principles (IFRS).
- Account Reconciliation: Oversee and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Internal Controls: Implement and maintain effective internal controls to ensure financial accuracy, integrity, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve efficiency, and reduce errors, leveraging automation and best practices.
- Audit Support: Prepare for and support internal and external audits, including providing necessary documentation and implementing audit recommendations.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the accounting team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger teams. Provide training and development to enhance the team’s performance and professional growth.
- Compliance & Policies: Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations, including IFRS, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and tax laws. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting standards and ensure the team’s adherence.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments (e.g., FP&A, tax, and operations) to ensure the accuracy of financial information and alignment on financial objectives.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent qualification preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in Audit, Accounting, with a strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance requirements.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and experience managing month-end close processes.
- Proven experience in managing and developing accounting teams.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
- Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
You’ll definitely stand out if you have:
- Experience in a public company environment or working within a multi-entity or international organization.
- Experience with SOX compliance and external audit management.
- Knowledge of tax reporting and compliance in multiple jurisdictions.
We Offer:
- A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
- A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
- The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
- An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer term objective is to train the next generation of leaders
