Finance Management Trainee Program-Africa

Date: 28 Apr 2025

Country: Cote d'Ivoire

Function: Finance

Sub-Function: Finance Common

About Us

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Product Information

Cocoa

We’re a super specialist in all things cocoa – beans, powders, butters and beyond. In fact, we are the number one
cocoa bean supplier globally with a leading presence in 10 key producing countries across Africa, Asia and South America. In our direct sourcing, our traceability from the farm to the factory allows us to drive sustainable practices across the cocoa supply chain.

Job Description

Finance Management Trainee Program – Africa

Are you ready to kickstart a high-impact career in finance with a global organization that’s redefining the future of food ingredients and purposed to be the change for good food and a healthy future? ofi’s Africa Finance Trainee Program is your launchpad to become a Finance leader, offering a dynamic and immersive learning journey across key finance functions—including Accounts, Audit, Treasury, and Risk Management—within our vibrant operations across Africa.

Your Journey Starts Here

As a Finance Management Trainee, you’ll embark on a tailored development experience designed to unleash your potential and build your capabilities from day one. The program features two powerful phases:

Phase I: Corporate Onboarding

Gain deep exposure to the ofi ecosystem—our people, operations, values, and what makes us unique. You’ll build a strong foundation to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Phase II: Field & Business Unit Rotations

Dive into real-world assignments across different countries and business models, working side-by-side with experienced mentors and senior leaders. You’ll take on real responsibilities and deliver impactful outcomes while preparing for your future role as a Finance Manager.

Key Deliverables

Post-program, you’ll transition into a Finance Manager role, taking charge of responsibilities such as:

• Monthly financial close, audits, and variance analysis

• Inventory reconciliation and valuation

• Strategic budgeting and profitability planning

• Cost and performance analysis

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Risk monitoring and control validation

• Capital expenditure and investment tracking

• Treasury, cash flow, and banking operations

• Driving efficiency in working capital and receivables

• Leading and supporting cross-country audits

(You may not work on every item listed above, but your role will involve a mix of these responsibilities.)

Strategic Effectiveness

Operational Effectiveness

Sample Projects You Might Take On

• Designing SOPs for key finance functions (e.g., inventory, cost monitoring, audit)

• Interpreting business models and analyzing value chains

• Enhancing data analytics and financial reporting

• Defining financial controllership processes

Organizational Effectiveness

Mentorship from senior leaders

• Exposure to a diverse and inclusive workplace

• Hands-on experience in emerging markets

• A fast track to a leadership role within ofi

Requirements

A professional qualification: CA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA or equivalent
2–4 years’ experience in a dynamic and fast-paced finance environment
Strong analytical skills and high cognitive agility
Leadership potential and a drive to be a catalyst for change
Willingness to relocate and gain multi-country experience—locations may include Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Experience with SAP (preferred)
Proficiency in French (a plus)

ofi 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.