About the Role
DHL Express SSA is seeking a dynamic and strategic Finance Manager to lead the finance function across Uganda and Rwanda. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling informed business decision-making across the sub-region.
You will be a trusted partner to the CFO – Rwanda and Uganda and Country Leadership Team, shaping financial strategy while ensuring robust governance, reporting excellence, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Management & Business Partnering
- Partner with the CFO – Rwanda and Uganda to define and execute finance strategy aligned to business objectives
- Provide actionable financial insights, scenario modelling, and risk analysis to support decision-making
- Evaluate investment cases and ensure governance and value delivery
Financial Control & Reporting
- Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting in line with IFRS and statutory requirements
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
- Monitor financial health, identify risks/opportunities, and drive corrective actions
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency across finance processes
- Lead implementation of tools, systems, and automation initiatives
- Strengthen governance, controls, and compliance with global and local policies
Risk, Compliance & Audit
- Oversee internal and external audit processes and ensure remediation of findings
- Manage tax compliance (VAT, income tax, and statutory filings)
- Partner with risk and compliance stakeholders to manage key business risks
Management & Team Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
- Define structure, set performance targets, and drive accountability
- Build capability, succession, and engagement within the team
What You Bring
Experience & Expertise
- Minimum 10 years’ finance experience in a multinational environment
- At least 5 years within express logistics or freight forwarding is advantageous
- Strong understanding of financial controlling, reporting, and compliance
- Proven experience in business partnering and strategic finance leadership
Qualifications
- Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Professional qualification (CPA or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax, and regulatory frameworks
Skills & Attributes
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical capability
- High level of integrity and governance mindset
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to drive change, innovation, and continuous improvement
Why Join DHL?
At DHL Express, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and people development. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead finance in a dynamic sub-region, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to the continued success of a world-class organization.
