Latest Job Opportunity at Zipline Africa
POSITION: Head of Finance
About You and the Position
In the role of Head of Finance for Zipline Africa, you will be an integral part of Zipline’s Africa Leadership Team, tasked with steering financial strategy, enhancing operational efficiency, and spearheading growth initiatives within our Africa operations. You will collaborate with our local finance and accounting teams to ensure Zipline’s financial stability and growth across various African markets, while reporting to our US-based Global Head of Finance.
This position necessitates an experienced finance executive with global exposure and proficiency in handling the financial intricacies of expanding a rapidly growing, operations-heavy organization. You will play a crucial role in creating strategic assessments to improve profitability and scalability for Zipline’s Platform 1 operations in Africa.
The position can be located in Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, or it can be remote with considerable travel to these countries.
What You Will Accomplish
Monetary Planning & Management
- Serve as a strategic ally to Zipline’s leadership team in Africa, providing guidance on financial planning, investment choices, and initiatives for business expansion.
- Guide financial projections, budgeting, and performance evaluations to enhance financial resources and guarantee the sustainability of Zipline’s operations in Africa.
- Recognize and execute strategies for cost reduction and efficiency to enhance profitability while upholding operational excellence.
- Create comprehensive financial models to evaluate various market strategies and support growth initiatives.
Bookkeeping & Regulatory Adherence
- Collaborate with regional accounting teams to enhance the precision of financial reporting, optimize workflows, and maintain prompt financial closing periods.
- Collaborate with Zipline’s finance leaders in the US to standardize financial practices throughout global operations.
- Engage in auditing activities and coordinate with regulatory agencies to guarantee openness and adherence to standards.
- Collaborate with local and US Tax consultants to guarantee Tax compliance among entities.
Operational Finance and Business Collaboration
- Act as a financial expert for Zipline’s activities in Africa, assisting local teams in managing financial challenges and promoting sustainable development.
- Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, logistics, and deployment teams to guarantee efficient operations and robust unit economics.
- Collaborate with government entities, donors, and commercial partners to design financially sustainable contracts and partnerships.
Expansion and Profitability of Zipline’s Operations
- Perform a strategic financial assessment to improve the scalability and profitability of Zipline’s Platform 1 activities in Africa.
- Generate insights regarding opportunities for market expansion, pricing approaches, and operational efficiencies to promote sustainable business growth.
- Work with diverse teams to evaluate the financial viability of introducing new products and services in Africa.
- Create plans and strategies for Zipline to introduce Platform 2 in Africa.
What You Will Contribute
- Over 8 years of finance experience, with more than 2 years in a financial leadership position at a multinational or rapidly growing business.
- Understanding of accounting principles and hands-on experience with IFRS and local accounting standards in African markets.
- Skilled in overseeing financial operations for a global firm with experience in the African market.
- Demonstrated capability to collaborate with local finance and accounting teams while working alongside global finance leadership.
- Outstanding abilities in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
- Experience in operations-intensive industries (e.g., logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing).
- Capacity to sway executive stakeholders and collaborate across finance, operations, and commercial teams.
- Robust communication and leadership abilities, capable of functioning in dynamic and rapidly changing markets.
How to Apply for the Job Opportunity at Zipline Africa
Closing Date: June 30, 2025
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