Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

A Zimbabwean-based investment holding company, targeting growing companies, mainly in Zimbabwe and the SADC region, is looking for a suitably-qualified and experienced person to assume the role of CFO. The successful candidate must be a driven team player, who is also dynamic, assertive and results-oriented. The candidate must also have strong leadership qualities and good communication skills, in particular the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities:

The CFO is responsible for accounting, tax, portfolio valuation, financial reporting and investor reporting. Responsibilities include the following:

• Quarterly reporting for the funds, tax compliance and financial reporting.
• Supervise Fund Accountants, whose responsibilities include fund and management company accounting, budgeting, cash flow management and other financial analyses for the company.
• Ensure that accurate, timely analysis and reporting of financial information is in line with the funds’ goals, objectives and obligations.
• Oversee preparation of fund financial statements.
• Ensure completion of fund audits and oversee tax matters.
• Assist with Limited Partner relationships, communications and investor meetings.
• Cash management, including monitoring cash balances, capital requirements, investment funding and managing reserves etc.
• Collection, review and maintenance of portfolio company financials and reporting.
• Ensure timely billing and collection of receivables from portfolio companies.
• Oversee portfolio company valuations, in line with IPEVCA guidelines.
• Oversee company secretarial functions.

Requirements:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (with at least 8 years’ experience).
• Additional qualifications e.g. MBA or CFA are an added advantage.
• Experience in investments or financial services sector is also an advantage.
• Knowledge of setting up systems and internal control processes is desirable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, accounting/financial skills.
• Ability to work independently in order to deliver on required tasks is critical.

Applications:

Suitable candidates should apply to [email protected] attaching a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The deadline for submission of applications is close of business on 10 February 2023.

Please do not apply if you do not possess the required qualifications.