Recruitment Matters Head of Finance Jobs in Zambia

Recruitment Matters Head of Finance Jobs in Zambia

Our client, a Financial Services provider is recruiting for a skilled Head of Finance to join their team;

Duties and responsibilities include but are not subject to;

Forecasting and budgeting

Establish a functional Balanced Scorecard focused on the implementation, measuring and management of the functional strategy.

Preparation of Annual budget in coordination with other department heads’ budgets and forecasting and in consultation with the company group CFO.

Conduct analysis of performance against budgets and reporting on variances against budgets and against forecasts; period performance against prior period performance and budgets.

Conducting risk management assessment.

Financial Operations

Identifying and present opportunities for cost reduction and implement accordingly

Monitor and report on revenue and expenditures in line with approved budgets and business performance and manage daily cash flows

Ensure accuracy of journals and related posting into the financial system

Conduct profit and cost analysis

Ensure timely remittance of related statutory deductions such as but not limited to PAYE, NAPSA, etc.

Ensure preparation and submission of accurate regulatory and statutory returns timeously

Constantly evaluating internal controls to minimise risks and highlight vulnerable control areas

Coordinate audits and tax consultants to ensure smooth closure of audit issues raised

Oversee the preparation of annual Financial Statements to ensure compliance with IFRS standards.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual performance reports, or as otherwise required.

Prepare and submit monthly management accounts and ensure timeliness, completeness, accuracy and integrity of the reports.

Prepare and submit ad hoc written and oral reports on financial issues that impact the company

Ensure compliance with Zambian law and regulations as well as company’s policies

Develop secure procedures to maintain confidential information

Monitoring the financial health of the organization by tracking key performance indicators such as cash flow, collections, and receivables

Communication & guidance

Ensuring effective communication of financial information to the executive team, board of directors and other stakeholders

Providing financial guidance to CEO

Ability to convey complex financial information in an understandable manner

Finance strategy

Establishing finance operational strategies by evaluating trends

Establishing critical measurements

Determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies

Rresolving problems; and implementing change

Provide recommendations

to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities

Implementation of sound financial controls

Manage the implementation of sound financial policies procedures, and controls aligned to the company's Group policy

Implement risk management and compliance policies in area of responsibility to identify and manage risk exposure liability

Implement and manage financial risk methodologies, techniques and systems and use to monitor and report on financial activities

Liaise with Group Head of Finance, comapny's re procurement

Skills

Strong analytical ability

Demonstratable leadership ability and working well in a team environment

The ability to use initiative, including judgement and problem solving skills

Demonstrable experience of working in a management accounting or financial management role

Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models

Excellent attention to detail and numeracy proficiency

The ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and adapt a flexible approach to meet the needs of
the business

Assertiveness

Possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self-reliant and ability to work independently

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Ability to work under pressure and plan adequately

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics or any related field;

Relevant professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA ACA, ZICA (CA), or equivalent;

Masters of Arts Degree in accounting or finance will be an added advantage;

8 years post qualification experience, of which 3 should be in a senior role in the Insurance sector.

In depth understand of International Financial Report Standards.

Fully paid up ZICA membership

An in-depth grasp of Taxation regulations and Insurance regulatory requirements in Zambia.

This position is subject to approval from the Pension and Insurance Authority (“PIA”)

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Recruitment Matters Head of Finance Jobs in Zambia

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