Our client seeks to appoint a Chartered Accountant – A member of the ICAZ Institute for this role.
Previous experience in a ZSE Listed Company would be a distinct advantage.
This role reports to the Managing Director.
The role would appeal seasoned and dynamic CA on a growth path possibly seeking their first CFO appointment.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:-
- Lead the company’s operational and strategic financial objectives.
- Overall responsibility for the accounting, finance & treasury functions in the company.
- Constantly review the company’s internal controls and effecting any changes that will enhance financial and non-financial controls, safeguard the company’s assets, ensure completeness, accuracy and validity of financial records.
- Liaise with the IT department as and when necessary to ensure continuity in the accounting system, maintenance of hardware and software.
- Ensure the system of accounting is properly maintained and that the output meets the requirements of the Finance Department.
- Present to the Managing Director, monthly financial statements including commentaries and key ratios on the balance sheet and income statement..
- Present summarised reports to Board as and when required.
- Prepare and forward to stakeholders or any other creditors, any financial information required.
- Anticipate and report on issues that may affect share profitability in future.
- Ensure overall optimal use of the company funds and ensure that all borrowings are of lowest possible cost.
- Working capital management to the best interest of the business.
- Preparation of annual budget.
- Ensure that a budgetary control report is prepared quarterly for the information of the Managing Director and Board.
- Liaise with external auditors for purposes of the interim and final audits and co-ordinate responses to External Audit Management Report and ensure that all recommendations are put in place.
- Ensure timely finalisation of the audited financial statements.
- Ensure that tax returns are made on time and that all computations are timely and accurately done.
- Ensure all tax liabilities are paid on time.
- Ensure that the company complies with all applicable laws and regulations that are of accounting and finance relevance.
- Ensure full compliance with the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange rules and regulations
- Provide company secretarial services to the Board of Directors and ensure compliance with the companies Act and other relevant legislation.
- Carry out any project assessment or investment appraisal as may be advised by the Managing Director.
- Advise the Managing Director on any finance related matters as and when required.
The ideal candidates should have at least the following minimum qualifications:-
- Bachelor of Accounting Degree from a reputable institution of higher learning.
- Professional qualification CA is a requirement.
- Be able to work under pressure and adhere to set time frames and targets.
- A team player with good communication skills.
- Able to deliver results with minimum supervision
- Current registered applicants are already under consideration.
Please indicate your current salary and benefits with CV – urgent applications required – email Colin Roberts