Head of Finance Operations

About the role

We are looking for a Head of Finance Operations to lead financial reporting, cash management and commercial finance for a leading commodity trading business operating in Tanzania. The role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced, founder‑led environment.

Key responsibilities

• Build dashboards and reporting covering cash, working capital, profitability, trading positions and commercial risks.
• Establish approval thresholds, delegated authorities and escalation processes while maintaining speed of execution.
• Manage visibility over cash, receivables, payables, inventory, supplier obligations and funding requirements.
• Analyse profitability, margins, commodity exposure, hedging, customer/transaction performance and commercial risks.
• Identify external funding opportunities and improve finance processes, controls and reconciliations without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.

Required profile

• 8–14 years' experience in finance, commercial finance, treasury, trade finance, financial control or business finance.
• Experience in commodity trading, mining & metals, physical trading, industrial distribution or logistics, with Africa market exposure.
• Strong expertise in working capital, cash flow, payment governance, management reporting and financial controls.
• Strong understanding of commodity trading, hedging, brokers/exchanges, inventory exposure and margin requirements.
• English & Hindi strongly preferred; commercially minded, practical and comfortable working in fast‑paced, founder‑led environments.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.