*Financial Reporting Manager needed at Business Information Consultancy Services SARL*

Financial Reporting Manager – Business Information Consultancy Services SARL
Inspiring Trust and Confidence for the Future
Business Information Consultancy Services SARL
RCCM: CM-DLA-01-2025-B12-0075
Tax ID: M032517666769H
Send your CV and cover letter no later than September 10th 2025.
Financial Reporting Manager
Job description
Requisition ID: 1590465
Location: Douala, Cameroon
Other locations: TBD
Start Date: Based on Availability
Contract type: Full Time
On behalf of our client, a growing leader in the logistics sector specializing in fleet scans and control, we are
seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to oversee and strengthen the company’s reporting
function.
This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reports, ensuring compliance with
regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvements in reporting processes. The successful
candidate will also lead and mentor a team of four finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability,
collaboration, and high performance within the finance department.
Organizational Background Information
Role Title Financial Reporting Manager
Career Function Finance
Career Level Manager
Grade TBD
Report to Role Chief Financial Officer
Job Purpose
Job Purpose • Accurate Financial Reporting: The Financial Reporting Manager will ensure
the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with
applicable accounting standards and regulations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Responsible for maintaining compliance with
financial regulations and internal policies, ensuring that all financial reporting
adheres to legal requirements.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: The role involves analyzing financial data,
interpreting results, and providing insights to support decision-making
processes.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: The Financial Reporting Manager will
collaborate with various departments, including finance, operations, and
external auditors, government agencies, and custom authorities to facilitate
effective communication and reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: The manager will identify opportunities for
process improvements in financial reporting and implement best practices to
enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Inspiring Trust and Confidence for the Future
Business Information Consultancy Services SARL
RCCM: CM-DLA-01-2025-B12-0075
Tax ID: M032517666769H
• Support to CFO: Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Reporting
Manager will provide necessary information and analysis to support strategic
financial planning and reporting initiatives.
Key tasks and accountabilities
Key tasks • Preparation of Financial Statements: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly,
and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting
standards (eg, SYSCOHADA, IFRS)
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and
internal policies by staying updated on relevant laws and guidelines.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas
for improvement, providing insights to the CFO and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration with Auditors: Liaise with external auditors during the audit
process, providing necessary documentation and addressing any inquiries.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in
financial reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Internal Control Over Financial reporting: Ensure compliance with internal
controls covering financial reporting including but not limited to transaction
accounting, VAT accounting, property plant and equipment accounting,
treasury accounting and all other components of financial statements.
Overall
goals/Typical
measures:
• Reporting Accuracy: Timeliness and accuracy of financial statements
(measured in days).
• Compliance Rate: Percentage of compliance with regulatory requirements and
internal policies.
• Data Analysis Effectiveness: Quality and relevance of financial data analysis
provided to stakeholders.
• Process Improvement Metrics: Number of process improvements
implemented and their impact on reporting efficiency.
Stakeholders • Internal: Chief Financial Officer, Finance Team, Department Heads,
Operations Team
• External: External Auditors, Regulatory Authorities

Inspiring Trust and Confidence for the Future
Business Information Consultancy Services SARL
RCCM: CM-DLA-01-2025-B12-0075
Tax ID: M032517666769H
Management
Responsibility
• Team Leadership: Oversee and mentor the financial reporting team, ensuring
professional development and performance management.
• Resource Allocation: Ensure the proper allocation of resources within the
financial reporting team to meet reporting deadlines and objectives.
• Motivation and Guidance: Serve as a role model for team members, fostering a
positive and collaborative work environment.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor team performance and provide feedback to
ensure high-quality financial reporting.
Skills / Qualifications
Expected
Educational
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification (eg, CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
Expected
years of
experience
• A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in financial reporting or accounting,
with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
Key
Capabilities
• In-Depth Knowledge of Accounting Standards: Solid understanding of
relevant accounting standards (eg, IFRS, GAAP) and financial reporting
requirements.
• Data Analysis Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, draw conclusions, and
provide actionable insights.
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of financial regulations and
compliance requirements relevant to the organization.
• Collaboration Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate
with various stakeholders, including auditors and internal departments.
• Process Improvement Orientation: Ability to identify opportunities for
process improvements and implement best practices in financial reporting.
• Language skills: Must be bilingual. Fluent English and intermediate French,
or fluent French and intermediate English is critical.
Competencies • Business Acumen: Understands the company’s main products, services, and
business processes, as well as the implications of financial reporting on
overall business performance.
• Identifying Business Drivers: Able to identify key business drivers and
operational realities that impact financial reporting and performance.
• Financial Policy Understanding: Knowledgeable about the company’s
financial policies relevant to financial reporting and compliance.
• Data Integrity Validation: Capable of validating and challenging the quality of
financial data analysis, ensuring accuracy in reporting.
• Cross-Functional Awareness: Recognizes the implications of financial
reporting issues and understands how they connect with other departments.
• Strategic Perspective: Assesses the significance of financial matters in the
broader context of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Regulatory Compliance Monitoring: Keeps track of changes in financial
regulations and analyzes their implications for the organization.
• Collaborative Decision-Making: Involves relevant stakeholders in decision-making processes, ensuring timely and informed choices.
• Target Setting and Continuous Improvement: Sets ambitious targets for self
and team, driving improvements in financial reporting processes.
• Effective Communication: Adapts communication style to effectively convey
complex financial information to diverse audiences.
Are you ready to contribute to an exciting future? Send your CV and cover letter to contact@bics-cm.com no
later than September 10th 2025.