z.systems is a fast‑growing, VC‑backed technology company that is redefining the traditional retail landscape across Africa. By leveraging a full‑stack B2B2C digital ecosystem, the company connects independent grocery stores with brands, consumers, and financial services, creating a seamless, digitally‑connected retail network. With over 20,000 retailers onboarded and 900,000 orders delivered, z.systems has already proven its ability to scale and deliver high‑quality service to both merchants and shoppers.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the company’s fiscal health. The CFO will work closely with the CEO, COO, and other senior leaders to align financial objectives with the company’s long‑term vision, drive sustainable growth, and maintain operational excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute financial strategies that support the company’s growth objectives, including capital allocation, cost management, and profitability improvement.
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking to provide data‑driven insights for decision‑making.
- Treasury Management: Oversee day‑to‑day treasury operations, including cash flow planning, revenue collection, and payment disbursement.
- Fiscal Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, timely VAT filings, end‑of‑year tax submissions, and audit readiness.
- Financial Reporting: Deliver accurate, timely, and actionable financial reports and statements in line with accounting standards.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks; implement internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Investment Oversight: Analyze and manage investments, capital expenditures, and financial structuring to maximize value creation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong communication with investors, auditors, regulatory bodies, and financial partners.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead a high‑performing finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; an MBA or relevant master’s degree is highly desirable.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CFA, or equivalent designation.
- At least ten years of experience in finance, with a minimum of five years in a senior leadership role.
- A proven track record of strategic thinking, financial acumen, and analytical decision‑making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting with all organizational levels.
- Strong leadership and team‑building abilities.
The position offers a competitive monthly salary ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 Moroccan Dirhams (MAD), a permanent CDI contract, and on‑site work in Casablanca. The CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial health and strategic direction of z.systems, contributing directly to the company’s mission of transforming retail across Africa.
Recruitment Process:
- CV pre‑screening
- Jobzyn AI interview
- Meeting with the z.systems team
Applicants are encouraged to submit their application through the Jobzyn platform, where they can also create a profile and discover opportunities tailored to their skills.
