Country Finance Manager

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion.  Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise. 

YOUR ROLE

The Country Finance Manager leads the finance function, defines financial strategy, and ensures the company’s financial stability while advising leadership.

They oversee FP&A, reporting, treasury, working capital, risk, compliance, tax, internal controls, etc.

The role ensures strong financial governance and supports growth, profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency in a dynamic and fast-moving environment.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Build capabilities across finance functions.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, influencing key business decisions.
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with growth objectives.
• Provide insights on pricing, investments, risks, and commercial performance.
• Foster a culture of financial discipline and accountability.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Build financial models and scenario analyses (FX, commodities, costs).
• Track performance vs. plans and ensure accountability for targets.

Reporting & Performance Analysis

• Deliver accurate financial reports and performance insights.
• Conduct profitability and variance analysis across the business.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and recommend performance improvements.

Cost & Operational Finance

• Drive cost optimization across operations and supply chain.
• Analyze landed costs and operational profitability.
• Support efficiency and cost-reduction initiatives.

Financial Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee closing processes and ensure accurate financial records.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, statutory requirements, and local regulations.
• Manage consolidation and maintain audit-ready documentation.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to corporate governance and internal controls.
• Collaborate with group functions (tax, audit, legal, FP&A and treasury).
• Identify and escalate financial and operational risks.

Treasury & Liquidity Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships.
• Oversee financing instruments (loans, LCs, guarantees).
• Monitor debt, covenants, and funding needs.

Working Capital & Credit Control

• Optimize receivables, payables, and inventory levels.
• Manage credit risk, customer exposure, and collections.
• Improve cash conversion cycle and liquidity efficiency.

Financial Risk

• Monitor and report exposure to FX and commodity price risks.
• Support hedging strategies within governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with risk policies and limits.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee finance systems (ERP, reporting, data).
• Drive digital transformation and process automation.
• Improve reporting efficiency and data quality.

Capex & Investment Evaluation

• Oversee capital expenditure planning and approvals.
• Assess investments with financial models and business cases.
• Support M&A, expansion, and post-investment evaluations.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, customs, and regulations.
• Manage transfer pricing and tax audits.
• Monitor regulatory changes and business impact.

Internal Controls & Audit

• Maintain strong control environment and risk management.
• Lead audit processes and implement improvements.
• Promote ethics, compliance, and transparency.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Technical Skills:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• More than 15 years of experience in finance, including at least five years in senior leadership roles such as CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance.
• Strong background in accounting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, working capital, tax, audit, controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience in the logistics and transportation sector
• Experience operating across multiple entities, and diverse business environments
• Experience with multinational organizations and IFRS reporting environments.
• Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams.
• Experience reporting to regional or international headquarters.
• Strong experiences in restructuration, M&A, and business integration,
• Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards / Oracle) and ERP implementation experience.
• Fluent in French, English and Arabic (Mandatory)

Soft Skills:

• Leadership: Ability to inspire, guide, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Strategic Thinking: Long-term vision and capacity to align financial strategy with business growth objectives.
• Communication: Clear and persuasive communication to influence executive decisions and engage stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Skill in anticipating risks, resolving complex issues, and driving cost optimization.
• Adaptability Flexibility to operate effectively in dynamic, multinational, and multi-entity environments.

Member of the Executive Committee (CODIR) and Finance Business Partner

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey.

There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That is why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer. It is company policy that there shall be no discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability and/or age (as prescribed by law).

Please note:  Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.