Your new companyI''m currently supporting a fast-growing global agriculture business with a strong presence across 15+ countries. Due to the fast growth across Africa, they are now seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to support the current Financial Controller - particularly focusing on the Africa regions, based in the London HQ. This role will liaise with local finance teams to prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts and business plans for the African entities and projects. This role requires fluent French and will travel frequently to Africa (c. 1 week a month). When in London, the business is very flexible with hybrid working. Your new roleReporting to the Financial Controller, this role will involve: Liaising with local finance teams to prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and business plans for African entities and projectsAnalyse variances between actual results, budget, and forecast, providing insights to managementSupport monthly and annual closing activities in coordination with local finance and accounting teamsEnsure reliability and consistency of financial data received from local subsidiariesSupport local management in planning and controlling activitiesPrepare periodic financial reports for headquartersCollaborate with Finance, Accounting, and Audit functionsTravel frequently to African countries within the assigned perimeterFrench-speaking mandatory What you''ll need to succeedYou''ll need to be a Qualified Accountant or QBE with fluent French and the