Job title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Company: Watson and Fine Tanzania Ltd

Workplace type:Hybrid

Job location: Tanzania / UK

Employment type: Full-time

Preffered Skillset: Financial Modelling, Business Planning, Forecasting, Agribusiness, Food Manufacturing, Treasury Management, IFRS, Fundraising

About Watson and Fine Tanzania Ltd

Watson and Fine Tanzania Ltd is part of the Watson & Fine Group, a UK-headquartered agribusiness building an integrated farm-to-consumer operation in East Africa. Our Tanzanian business includes owned farmland and cashew forests in the Lindi region, a growing outgrower network, and food processing development, with a focus on food security, sustainable farming and supporting local communities.

As we scale, we are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead our financial strategy and help turn our growth plans into a sustainable, investable business.

The Role

Reporting to the CEO and Board, the CFO will lead all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, reporting and funding for Watson and Fine Tanzania Ltd. You will bring hands-on experience in large-scale agriculture and food manufacturing in East Africa, and be confident building business plans and agricultural forecasts that stand up to scrutiny from boards, lenders and investors.

This role does not need to be based in Tanzania, but regular travel to our operations is required.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and own the company's business plans, budgets and long-term financial models
Build accurate agricultural forecasts covering crop yields, procurement volumes, processing output and sales, accounting for seasonality, weather and market prices
Work closely with agronomy, operations and procurement teams to turn field data into reliable financial projections
Prepare investment cases for farm expansion, processing facilities and new markets
Oversee accounting, reporting, tax, audit and compliance in line with IFRS and Tanzanian regulations
Manage cash flow and seasonal working capital, particularly around harvest and procurement cycles
Manage foreign exchange, commodity price and credit risk
Lead relationships with banks, investors, development finance institutions and trade finance providers
Present clear financial reporting and insight to the CEO, Board and group leadership
Build and lead a capable finance team and strengthen financial systems and controls

What We're Looking For

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA or equivalent); MBA desirable
10+ years of finance experience, including 5+ years as CFO, Finance Director or similar
Proven experience in large-scale agricultural companies and food manufacturing or processing facilities in East Africa
Strong track record in business planning, financial modelling and agricultural forecasting
Experience raising and managing debt, equity or DFI funding
Good understanding of the Tanzanian and wider East African tax, regulatory and business environment
Clear communicator, comfortable presenting to boards and non-finance colleagues
Willing to travel regularly to Tanzania

Advantageous

Experience in the cashew and/or sesame value chains, including sourcing, processing, export and pricing
Knowledge of Tanzania's warehouse receipt system and crop auction processes
Experience with outgrower and smallholder sourcing models
Background in export-focused agribusiness and international trade finance
Understanding of ESG and certification standards required by international food buyers

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working location
A senior leadership role in a fast-growing agribusiness with real impact across Tanzania and East Africa

How to Apply

Click "Apply" to submit your CV. Please include a short note outlining your experience in East African agribusiness and, if relevant, the cashew or sesame sectors.

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