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Chief Financial Officer

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Lead the financial strategy and expansion of a high-growth African technology mobility company. Responsibilities include fundraising, investor relations, budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, cash flow management, governance, risk management, compliance, financial systems scaling, and building a high-performing finance team across emerging markets.
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Chief Financial Officer needed!

Lead the Financial Future of a Disruptive Tech Mobility Company in Africa!

We're partnering with a high-growth tech company poised to revolutionise urban mobility across Africa. They're seeking a dynamic and visionary CFO to guide their financial strategy during this exciting period of expansion. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving market.

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-funded, rapidly scaling tech-mobility company disrupting urban transportation in Africa. They're at a pivotal stage of growth, expanding their operations across multiple key markets, and need a strategic CFO to lead their financial vision. They are making a real difference in how people move within their cities.

The Role:

As CFO, you will:

  • Develop and execute a strategic financial roadmap that fuels innovation and expansion throughout Africa.

  • Lead fundraising efforts, securing significant growth capital to support ambitious expansion plans.

  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to enable data-driven decisions.

  • Strengthen governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

  • Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence.

What You'll Bring:

  • 10+ years of finance leadership experience, including 3+ years as a CFO or senior financial executive in a startup or high-growth environment.

  • Proven track record of successful fundraising and investor relations.

  • Deep expertise in FP&A, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

  • Experience scaling financial systems in a rapidly growing environment.

  • Demonstrated understanding of emerging markets, particularly in Africa, including regulatory landscapes, economic conditions, and business practices. Experience in West Africa (Ghana, Francophone markets) or Southern Africa (Zambia) is highly advantageous.

  • CPA, CFA, or MBA in Finance (preferred).

  • Fluency in French and English (highly advantageous).

On Offer:

  • Competitive compensation and equity participation

  • Flexible work culture fostering innovation

  • Contribute to cutting-edge financial solutions at a fast-growing startup

  • Work with a team of passionate innovators

Ready to make a real impact?

Contact 21Twelve Africa today to learn more about this exceptional CFO opportunity.

Apply Now, email [email protected]

Subject Line: CFO - Revolutionising Urban Mobility in Africa

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