Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Chip Chip

About ChipChip E-Commerce Platform

ChipChip is a rapidly growing e-commerce platform revolutionizing how consumers and businesses buy and sell products online in Ethiopia. The company provides a seamless, reliable, and secure digital marketplace designed to connect buyers and sellers with ease. ChipChip is committed to empowering local businesses through technology-driven solutions, offering customers an exceptional online shopping experience, and contributing to the growth of Ethiopia’s digital economy.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of ChipChip’s executive leadership team and is responsible for driving the company’s financial strategy and ensuring long-term fiscal health. The CFO oversees all aspects of financial management, including strategic planning, budgeting, risk management, and investor relations. This role requires a visionary and results-driven leader who can provide data-backed financial insights that guide business strategy, foster sustainable growth, and support ChipChip’s mission of becoming a leading e-commerce platform in Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives and long-term business plan.
• Lead investor relations and fundraising activities to support business expansion and new initiatives.
• Conduct financial analysis to assess performance, optimize resource allocation, and support executive decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with Ethiopian financial regulations and international accounting standards (IFRS or US GAAP).
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, financial policies, and risk management frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and leadership team to develop sustainable business models and ensure profitability.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and other key financial stakeholders.
• Oversee capital structure, investment decisions, and cost optimization strategies.
• Design and execute the company’s tax strategy, ensuring compliance while optimizing efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to enhance organizational capacity and performance.
• Ensure long-term alignment with the company’s vision, fostering stability and continuity in the finance function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in senior financial management roles (CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance).
• Proven experience in fast-growing or startup environments is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, financial modeling, and investment analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of international financial standards (IFRS or US GAAP); US accounting knowledge is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, investor relations, and executing financial strategies.
• Strong background in tax planning, optimization, and compliance with tax authorities.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with high proficiency in English.
• Strategic thinker with integrity, resilience, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to long-term professional growth within the organization.