Cellulant Group

ABOUT CELLULANT

Cellulant is a pioneering B2B payments technology company based in Africa that powers payment processing for thousands of businesses.

Through a single, simple connection, our payment platform - Tingg - enables businesses to disburse funds and manage their offline or online collections while allowing their customers to pay via mobile money, local and international cards or direct bank payments.

With local acquiring in over 30 markets and supporting 300+ payment methods, Cellulant processes over 240 million transactions annually for market leaders in various sectors such as Airlines, Telecoms, E-commerce, Ride-Hailing, Retail and Remittances.

OUR STORY

Since our founding in 2003, Cellulant has evolved from a digital content provider into a leading payments platform with a presence in 35 African countries. For more than 20 years, we've built a robust network that integrates multiple payment methods, addressing the unique challenges of Africa’s diverse payment landscape.

We began selling ringtones as a digital content business and quickly realized the need for a more streamlined way to manage payments. This realization led us to develop a platform that initially allowed customers to check their bank balances and eventually evolved into a comprehensive payment solution. Our journey has seen us partner with more than 1000 businesses, including some of the largest banks and mobile money providers on the continent.

Throughout the years, we've continuously adapted and grown, leveraging our experiences to simplify payments for businesses and consumers alike. Today, Cellulant powers online and offline payment processing allowing businesses to collect payments, send payouts, and accelerate business growth. We’re the payment fabric that makes interoperability possible and stitches Africa together for the global economy.

OUR VISION

To enable seamless payments across Africa for businesses, banks and consumers.

Read more about us and our leadership team .

LOCATION:

This role location is: Tanzania.

Role Summary: The Analyst Controllership plays a key role in supporting financial operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This includes responsibilities such as detailed financial planning and analysis, cash management, risk monitoring, and tax compliance. The specialist actively supports the audit process, ensures adherence to local financial regulations, and helps maintain the integrity of financial records. In collaboration with other departments, the Analyst Controllership contributes to cost management efforts, assists with the implementation and management of financial systems and technology, and helps ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. The role requires staying up-to-date with changes in financial regulations and compliance requirements, while also providing valuable input to help the organization adapt to evolving business conditions in Tanzania.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial reporting

  • Strong ownership of the country balance sheet and income statement. Prepare for quarterly balance sheet and income statement reviews with the Finance Manager, Regional Finance Controllership and CFO.
  • Overall responsibility for the integrity of all financial reporting and accounting records for the Country.
  • Monitor and prepare monthly cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with business operations. This includes managing working capital, analyzing liquidity, and highlighting potential shortfalls.
  • Conduct detailed financial analysis, providing insights into the company’s performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting decision-making with clear financial reports.
  • Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring proper classification, depreciation, and reporting of assets in line with accounting standards. Assist in periodic physical asset counts and reconciliations.
  • Perform detailed bank reconciliations, ensuring all cash transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly. Ensure smooth coordination with the treasury team.
  • Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and provide required documentation during internal and external audits. Support auditors with data requests and ensure smooth audit processes for timely completion.
  • Preparation of Merchant and Aggregator reconciliations.
  • Working closely with the Group Risk, Compliance. Legal and Internal Audit Functions.
  • Preparation of monthly financials.
  • Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Technical expert on accounting standards including monitoring any changes in those standards as well as ensuring internal processes & systems are compliant.
  • Ensure in conjunction with the Finance Manager that the monthly and annual financial processes are efficient, within the agreed timeframes and meet the needs of stakeholders, regulatory bodies and senior management.
  • Ad-hoc tasks.

2. Taxation

  • Ensure robust tax compliance for Tanzania.
  • filings of VAT/other relevant taxes & associated payments.
  • Working with external accountants to ensure timely and accurate submission of tax returns.
  • Working with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance

3. Controls

  • To provide support and assistance to the Regional Finance Controllership or Finance Manager in the development and implementation of standard financial operating procedures.
  • To provide support and assistance to the Finance Manager in regularly reviewing the effectiveness of internal controls covering financial, operational and compliance controls.
  • Play an active role in assisting the Regional Finance Controllership or Finance Manager in the risk assessment process and embedding a risk management culture throughout the organization.
  • Ensure that documents are checked, captured and filed and that the Company meets all the financial requirements in terms of local laws and regulations, aligned with the company policies.

Key Relationships and Stakeholders: Regional Finance Controllership, Business Unit Heads, Finance Teams

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Professional certification such as CPA,ZICA, CIMA, CA,ACCA.
  • 3-5 years experience in a commercial or finance role preferably with FinTech ,Financial or Management accounting fields

Must have experience:

  • Experience in managing diverse financial functions, including financial planning, analysis, reporting, and control.
  • Familiarity with the local business environment, regulatory framework, and financial practices in Tanzania

Experience that will count in your favour:

  • Fintech/Financial services Industry experience
  • Strong background in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Proven leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead and inspire a finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Nice to have experience:

  • Implementing change at large scale
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders, including executive management, board members, and regulatory authorities.
  • We are intent on creating opportunities for all of Africa and we do so with passion, focus and intellect; therefore the following qualifications, skills and personal attributes will be highly advantageous

SKILLS:

  • Sound financial background
  • Advanced Excel skills are essential
  • Attention to Detail
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy in financial reporting, ensuring that all transactions, reconciliations, and financial statements are error-free and comply with regulations.
  • Problem-Solving Mindset
  • Able to identify discrepancies or issues in financial processes and take initiative to resolve them efficiently, offering solutions that support operational efficiency and compliance.

Why work for us?

At Cellulant, transforming payments in Africa isn't just a job; it is our mission. We believe by simplifying the way people pay and get paid; we are accelerating businesses, opening up markets, bridging wealth gaps and connecting Africa to the global economy.

Some exciting things about us...

We have an Extensive Footprint: We have an office presence in over 10 countries, and our products serve 35 countries across Africa with a global workforce of about 300 employees.

We believe that innovation is at the Heart of Fintech: Thousands of companies use our technology to deliver seamless payment experiences. Our customers range from various sectors such as Airlines, Telecoms, E-commerce, Ride-Hailing, Retail, to Remittances.

We Support a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: We focus on the growth and development of our employees through well-developed, individualized career paths ensuring you reach your full potential in a supportive and delivery-oriented environment.

We Put our Employees First: We offer market-related compensation, generous personal time off and, markets permitting, medical and life insurance benefits.

We Seek Collaborative Builders: At Cellulant, we believe that great ideas happen when we come together. We, therefore, nurture a collaborative work environment that challenges, engages and empowers each person to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

We Solve for Africa’s Digital Economy: We’re solving payment challenges on the continent to create opportunities and accelerate economic growth for all of Africa.

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