"AGL Logistics Ethiopia S.C. With a presence in Ethiopia for over ten years, AGL Logistics Ethiopia is a pillar of the country's logistics sector. With eight sites strategically located throughout the country, the company offers a full range of services to support businesses, both locally and internationally.
In addition to its logistics expertise, AGL is also an employer committed to development in Ethiopia. The company plays an active role in creating employment opportunities by establishing local content contracts with local stakeholders, in line with the Ethiopian authorities' initiatives to promote economic transformation and diversification. AGL also employs more than 120 Ethiopian staff, whom it supports through training and career development programmes."
MISSIONS
The Cluster CFO will serve as the Chief Financial Officer for our entities in Ethiopia and, in addition, supervise and support the Chief Financial Officer in Djibouti as Cluster CFO. Acting as a trusted partner to the Cluster CEO for Ethiopia and Djibouti, the CFO will ensure financial integrity, drive strategic oversight, and align financial strategies with regional business priorities to enable sustainable growth and operational excellence. The CFO will also be responsible for implementing and sustaining the appropriate internal control framework across all entities to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and strengthen governance. Regular travel to Djibouti will be required as part of the supervisory responsibilities.
1. Financial Oversight & Operational Control
- Supervise finance teams in Ethiopia and oversee the CFO in Djibouti
- Validate key financial transactions (payments, cash management, purchases)
- Monitor accounting processes and ensure accuracy of financial records
- Control monthly reconciliations (bank, cash, general ledger)
- Safeguard company assets through strong financial controls
2. Strategic Financial Management & Performance Steering
- Analyze monthly financial results and investigate budget variances
- Support operational teams with financial insights and cost analysis
- Lead budget preparation and monitor capital expenditure
- Deliver consolidated financial reporting for Ethiopia and Djibouti
- Drive cost efficiency and support business performance improvement
3. Governance, Audit & Tax Compliance
- Implement and maintain internal control frameworks across entities
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and local regulations
- Coordinate external audits and finalize statutory accounts
- Supervise tax compliance with local authorities
- Ensure timely and accurate payment of all statutory obligations
4. Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Lead, develop, and structure finance teams across both countries
- Participate in recruitment, training, and performance management
- Act as key interface with banks and external stakeholders
- Collaborate closely with operational leaders and senior management
- Support day-to-day financial decision-making
5. Additional Scope & Mobility
- Handle additional assignments from regional or HQ leadership.
PROFILE
* Master's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
* Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent) preferred.
* Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including exposure to multi-entity operations.
* Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and local regulatory frameworks.
* Experience managing country-level and cluster-level finance operations.
* Proficiency in French will be considered a strong asset, given the regional and international scope of the role.