Regional Controlling Manager – Luanda (Expat)

About the role

Our client, a Europe‑headquartered multinational group with a strong footprint across Africa, is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead controlling activities in Luanda, Angola. This expatriate position offers the chance to work on large‑scale, project‑driven initiatives that support economic growth and sustainable development in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project controlling across multiple operations and provide financial insight for commercial decision‑making.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business goals.
• Monitor overhead costs, implement cost‑control measures and analyse profitability.
• Prepare and present management reports and performance analyses for senior leadership.
• Support group reporting requirements and identify risks and opportunities to improve financial performance.

Required profile

• 8‑10 years of experience in FP&A, commercial finance or controlling, preferably in project‑based industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Management Accounting; professional qualifications such as CTA, CA(SA), CIMA or CGMA are advantageous.
• Fluent Portuguese (essential) and strong analytical, communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• FP&A
• Project controlling
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Cost control
• Management reporting
• Business partnering