Finance Manager

Date: 1 Jun 2026

Country: Chad

Function: Finance

Sub-Function: Origin Finance

Olam Agri is a market-leading, differentiated food, feed and fibre agri-business with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities and deep understanding of market needs built over 37 years. With a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets and products across grains & oilseeds, wheat milling & pasta, rice, edible oils, animal feed & protein, cotton, wood products, rubber, sugar & biofuel, freight management and risk management solutions. We are at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows, providing affordable food staples and processed agricultural products that are daily necessities and living essentials for people around the world. Driven by our Purpose to transform food, feed and fibre for a more sustainable and food secure future, we aim to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably. Olam Agri is majority 80.01% owned by the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC).

About Role

A Finance Manager in Olam Agri is responsible for partnering with the business unit to drive financial transparency, accuracy, and performance. The role supports the Business Head, Sales, and functional leaders in achieving financial targets and operational KPIs by linking business decisions to financial outcomes.

The incumbent plays a critical role in delivering financial insights, strengthening governance and compliance, managing risk, and enabling efficient financial planning and reporting processes. The role also focuses on building financial capabilities and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide financial insights and support business strategy through strong FP&A and performance analysis
Identify and mitigate business risks while recommending corrective actions
Ensure strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and smooth audit processes
Manage treasury activities, including banking relationships and working capital funding
Oversee capital expenditure planning, tracking, and return analysis
Drive accurate MIS reporting, budgeting, and process efficiency improvements
Develop finance talent and strengthen functional capabilities

Job Requirements

Experience

5–6 years of post-qualification experience in FMCG or manufacturing-driven organisations
Proven experience in Sales/Commercial Finance and FP&A roles
Working knowledge of SAP modules is preferred

Qualifications

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Skills & Competencies

Strong financial and management accounting expertise
Ability to work in a matrix organisational structure with cross-cultural teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
High level of business acumen and decision-making capability

Additional Requirements

Fluency in English; proficiency in French is an added advantage

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.