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Chief Financial Officer

Capital Software Technology | Lusaka

Capital Software Technology

Innovating the future of tech solutions in Zambia.

Job Description

Job description

Our company is currently seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our growing team. The chosen candidate will be responsible for taking on a leadership role in financial decision-making that affects our company, and will provide strategic financial input to senior management.

While keenly overseeing the overall accounting process, the successful CFO will play a key role in developing and implementing financial procedures to improve and maintain the financial health of our firm.

Duties and Responsibilities;

Financial Planning and Analysis

  • Budgeting: Developing and managing the company’s budget.
  • Forecasting: Predicting future financial trends and outcomes.
  • Financial Modeling: Creating financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.

Financial Reporting

  • Financial Statements: Preparing and presenting financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Compliance: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
  • Audits: Coordinating internal and external audits.

Cash Flow Management

  • Liquidity: Managing the company’s cash flow to ensure it meets its financial obligations.
  • Investment Management: Overseeing investment strategies and decisions.
  • Debt Management: Handling the company’s borrowing and debt repayment.

Risk Management

  • Risk Assessment: Identifying and mitigating financial risks.
  • Insurance: Managing the company’s insurance portfolio.
  • Regulatory Risks: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and laws.

Strategic Leadership

  • Strategic Planning: Contributing to the development of the company’s strategic goals and objectives.
  • Mergers and Acquisitions: Overseeing mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
  • Growth Initiatives: Supporting business expansion and growth strategies.

Stakeholder Communication

  • Investor Relations: Communicating with shareholders, investors, and analysts.
  • Board Reporting: Reporting financial performance and strategic initiatives to the board of directors.
  • Internal Communication: Collaborating with other departments to align financial goals with operational goals.

Operational Efficiency

  • Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance financial efficiency.
  • Cost Management: Controlling costs and improving the company’s profitability.
  • Technology Integration: Leveraging financial technology to streamline processes and improve reporting.

Team Leadership

  • Staff Management: Leading the finance and accounting teams.
  • Talent Development: Hiring, training, and developing finance personnel.
  • Performance Evaluation: Evaluating the performance of the finance team and setting goals.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Finance or related field (MBA preferred)

Professional accounting designation (CA : CMA or CPA)

10+ years’ experience in a senior financial managerial position

Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Dynamics SL financial reporting software

Exceptional communication skills

Results-oriented, strategic thinker and planner

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