Finance And Administration Manager

In charge of the Finance & Administration Unit and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will take full responsibility for providing financial management and control to take the business forward, involving leadership and coaching to the entire finance and administration team and individual team members. Among other duties, the Finance & Administration Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring, evaluating financial policies and strategies to support the overall objectives of the business. S/he will oversee the treasury, cash flow, internal controls and ensure that financial and accounting reporting records are timely and sufficient to meet expected business needs and subsquently contribute to financial and operational excellence. Additionally, he/she will give managerial support to the Human Resource function.

a)      Oversight of all financial accounting, financial management, and finacial system implemenation.

a)      Developing and implementing financial strategies and budgets that align with the institution’s goals.

b)     Providing strategic financial insight to the executive team on operational efficiency, driving business performance and growth.

c)      Upholding a robust internal control environment to ensure full compliance with policies, regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

d)     Expertise in investment management, risk management, and performance analysis.

e)     Proficient in using financial software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and advanced excel functions.

f)       Reasonable knowledge of the operations of Banking & Payment Systems will be an added advantage.

g)     Must have a proven high level of drive and be able to coach and motivate a team.

h)     Must have a traceable/proven record of excellent workmanship with attention to detail.

i)       Must be a multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.

a)     Grade 12 School Certificate with at least a credit in five subjects that must include English & Mathematics.

b)    A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting,  ACCA, CIMA, or CA Zambia.

c)     A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Banking, Finance or Accountancy from a reputable University will be an added advantage;

d)     Must be a Fellow member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants.

e)     At least Seven (07) Years’ relevant professional experience including Four (04) Years at senior management level.