Our client is a major player in real estate development in Côte d'Ivoire, specializing in residential and commercial development. Present in the market for several years, the group is distinguished by the quality of its projects, its innovative approach and its commitment to operational excellence. In a context of sustained growth, he is looking for an Administrative and Financial Director (DAF) capable of driving financial performance and contributing to the group’s overall strategy.
POST / MISSIONS
Experience in compulsory real estate* Mobility Côte d'Ivoire* Hierarchical link: General Management Status: Senior manager - Permanent contract Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Secteur Desired position: Between April and May Experience required: 8 to 10 years minimum The CFO will be responsible for all financial, accounting, administrative and legal functions of the group, while actively participating in the definition of the overall strategy and strategic decision making. Missions and responsibilities Financial and strategic management
Define and manage the financial strategy of the group in connection with the General Management.
Develop business plans, financial models and forecast budgets for real estate programs.
Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting to shareholders and partners.
Analyze financial performance and make optimization recommendations.
Cash and financing management
Manage the daily cash flow and ensure coverage of the financing needs of construction sites.
Structure and negotiate bank financing: promoter loans, medium-term lines of credit, refinancings.
Animating relationships with banks, lenders and institutional investors.
Set up and follow the forecast cash flow dashboards.
Accounting and management control
Supervise general and analytical accounting according to SYSCOHADA standards.
Ensure the reliability of monthly and annual accounting closes.
Implement a management control system adapted to the specificities of real estate development (monitoring construction costs, program by program margins).
Coordinate relations with external auditors and auditors.
Administration, Legal and Tax
Oversee administrative management and tax and social reporting obligations.
Ensure compliance with the OHADA legal framework and Ivorian regulations in force.
Participate in contractual negotiations with partners, service providers and institutional clients.
Ensure a permanent regulatory watch on tax and legal developments.
Management and organization
Manager and develop an accounting and administrative team (accountants, controllers, assistants).
Structuring internal processes and setting up efficient steering tools.
Actively contribute to the Group’s management committees and strategic decisions.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Candidate profile
Education
Bac +4/+5 in Finance, Accounting, Management or Audit.
DSCG, Master CCA, Business School or equivalent.
A complementary OHADA business law certification is an asset.
Professional experience
Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in financial functions (DAF, RAF, CFO).
Significant experience in the real estate, promotion or construction sector.
Proven experience in structuring and negotiating bank financing (sponsoring loans, refinancing).
Proven experience in team management in a demanding and international environment.
A first experience in West Africa, and particularly in Ivory Coast, is strongly desired.
Technical skills
Mastery of accounting standards SYSCOHADA and Ivorian taxation.
Excellent knowledge of OHADA business law and real estate financing mechanisms.
Advanced mastery of financial modeling tools (Excel, dynamic dashboards).
Ability to structure complex business plans and present financial summaries to investors.
Knowledge of accounting software (Sage or Odoo).
BENEFITS
PARLYM, Best Place to Work
Joining PARLYM means joining a group that values the initiative, technical expertise and professional development of its employees.
A stimulating environment
A company that encourages initiative and creativity,
Varied and technical projects with high added value,
A company in constant evolution, driven by innovation and training.
A balance of professional and personal life
12 days of RTT in addition to legal holidays,
Gym PARGYM,
Moments of conviviality throughout the year: team meals, internal events, afterworks...
Concrete benefits
Co-optation and holiday bonuses
Restaurant Tickets / Meal Baskets
Incentive and participation bonus
Attractive CSE: benefits, discounts, gift vouchers, events
Grow your career with PARLYM
Structured integration path
Personalized training plan, adapted to your job and projects in order to develop your technical and transversal skills
Possible mobility between projects, businesses and sectors
Management support and individualized career follow-up
Our recruitment process
1 - Telephone exchange with the recruitment team
2 - Interview with one and/or several operational managers
3 - Meeting with the teams / visit of the premises (depending on post)
4 - Hiring proposal and accompanied integration
A simple, short, transparent and human process.
QSSE Commitment
At PARLYM, safety and responsibility are at the heart of our priorities.
You will undertake to comply with the regulations in force and all of the company’s documentation standards, guaranteeing safety, health, hygiene and environmental protection at all times, while contributing to the Group’s QSSE objectives.
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