Role Overview:

The Finance Officer is responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance and the implementation of effective internal controls. The role includes managing budgeting and forecasting processes, monitoring cash flow, coordinating audits and supporting strategic financial planning to drive operational efficiency and profitability.

KEY RESULT AREAS

1. Financial Management and Reporting

• Undertakes financial transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepares and analyses monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and forecasts for the Company.
• Maintains the general ledger, performs reconciliations, and ensures accurate expense allocations.
• Reviews accounting records, processes supplier invoices, and monitors cash flow projections.
• Ensures timely financial reporting to the Board and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintains comprehensive financial records in line with governance frameworks.

2. Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Participates in the preparation and management of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Monitors budget performance, analyses variances, and recommends cost control interventions.
• Supports the development and implementation of financial policies and budget frameworks to promote efficiency and accountability.

3. Compliance and Statutory Reporting

• Ensures compliance with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and international accounting standards.
• Prepares and submits VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, and other statutory returns within prescribed deadlines.
• Ensures adherence to obligations under NAPSA, NHIMA, Workers’ Compensation, ZRA, and applicable local authorities.
• Maintains working relationships with tax authorities, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Supports internal and external audits by compiling required documentation and responding to audit queries.

4. Internal Controls and Financial Risk Management

• Undertakes implementation of internal financial controls to safeguard company assets.
• Identifies financial risks and proposes mitigation strategies.
• Supports the establishment of risk management frameworks and promotes financial integrity and fraud prevention.

5. Cash Flow and Treasury Management

• Undertakes cash flow planning to ensure adequate operational liquidity.
• Develops and executes effective treasury and working capital management strategies.
• Optimizes financial resources through strategic investments and cost-saving initiatives.
• Maintains strong relationships with banks and financial institutions.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Support

• Maintains strong professional relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, and regulators.
• Provides financial insights to support executive leadership in strategic decision-making.
• Represents the Finance Department in cross-functional business initiatives.
• Ensures transparent and timely financial communication with investors and Board members.

7. Team Leadership and Development

• Mentors, trains, and supports junior finance staff to build internal capacity.
• Conducts performance reviews and identifies training needs to promote continuous learning.
• Fosters a culture of collaboration and professionalism within the Finance Department and across functions.

8. Operational and Strategic Support

• Liaises with implementing stakeholders to facilitate fund disbursement and maintain financial oversight.
• Supports operational teams with financial insights to enhance decision-making and performance.
• Undertakes additional duties as delegated to support the Company’s financial and strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Diploma in finance, accountancy and/or equivalent Professional Qualification such as NATECH,
• Professional Membership with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountant (ZICA)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

Competencies and Skills

Technical Competencies

• Financial Management and Accounting
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Cash Flow Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Audit Coordination
• Internal Controls
• Financial Analysis
• ERP and Accounting Software

Behavioural Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Integrity and Ethics
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Collaboration and Teamwork

Application Process:

Qualified candidates who are eager to contribute to the success of Chitambo Agro Processing Limited and are willing to be based in Chitambo District, Central Province, should submit their application.

All applications are online by clicking or typing in the web browser and completing the online form below:

https://forms.office.com/r/M8XtxzCx45

The deadline for receiving applications shall be 24 ^th August 2025 .

Chitambo Agro Processing Limited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer