Commercial Finance Director

Commercial Finance Director

Full time

Exclusive Networks is the global cybersecurity go-to-market specialist that provides partners and end-customers with a wide range of services and product portfolios. With offices in over 45 countries and the ability to serve customers in 170 countries, we combine deep local expertise with the scale and delivery of a single global organization.

The Commercial Finance Director will lead the commercial finance function across Sub‑Saharan Africa, driving financial strategy, risk management, credit governance, and working capital optimization. This role will partner closely with banks, partners, vendors, and internal finance teams while providing financial leadership that supports sustainable business growth across the region. This role will report to General Manager:
Sub‑Saharan Africa.

• Develop and implement commercial finance strategies to support business growth and profitability.
• Build strong relationships with banks to secure trade finance facilities (overdrafts, invoice discounting, guarantees).
• Oversee credit policies across all markets (SA/SADC/IOI/EAF/WAF).
• Monitor debtor days, overdue analysis, and partner compliance with payment terms.
• Lead AP governance ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers and partners.
• Represent the finance function in regional partner meetings, business reviews, and operational discussions.

The ideal Commercial Finance Director:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (CA/CPA/CIMA strongly preferred).
• 8–12 years in senior commercial finance roles.
• Experience engaging with banks, insurers, and financial institutions.
• Proven experience leading AR/AP/Credit teams in multi‑country environments.
• Prior experience in distribution, technology, telecoms, or multinational operations advantageous.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence executive decision‑making.
• Advanced financial modelling, analysis, and forecasting capability.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the recruitment and hiring of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe this strengthens our ability to develop superior solutions, make informed decisions, and better serve our valued customers. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, or any similar characteristic.

Employment decisions are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.