Our Client In The Renewable Energy Sector Is Seeking A Highly Organized And Detail-Oriented Finance Officer To Oversee The Finance Function And Ensure The Accuracy Of Financial Records, Statutory Compliance, Effective Cash Flow Management, And Timely Financial Reporting. The Successful Candidate Will Play A Key Role In Supporting Business Operations Through Sound Financial Management, Budgeting, Project Costing, And Stakeholder Engagement.
Duties And Responsibilities
Maintain Accurate And Up-To-Date Accounting Records And Oversee The Day-To-Day Financial Operations Of The Business.
Prepare Monthly Management Accounts, Including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Reports, Project Profitability Analyses, And Budget Variance Reports.
Support Year-End Financial Reporting Processes And Liaise With External Auditors During Audits.
Manage Inventory Accounting, Stock Reconciliations, Stock Counts, And Valuation Of Inventory.
Develop And Maintain Product And Project Pricing Structures Based On Costs, Margins, And Exchange Rate Movements.
Monitor Working Capital By Effectively Managing Debtors, Creditors, Cash Flow, And Stock Levels.
Prepare Weekly Cash Flow Forecasts And Payment Schedules To Support Business Operations.
Manage Relationships With Banks And Financial Institutions And Facilitate Financial Documentation Required For Projects, Tenders, And Financing Arrangements.
Ensure Timely Preparation And Submission Of Statutory Obligations, Including VAT, PAYE, NSSA, ZIMDEF, Qpds, And Annual Tax Returns.
Administer Monthly Payroll Processes And Maintain Accurate Employee Payroll Records.
Perform Monthly Bank Reconciliations And Ensure Adherence To Internal Financial Controls And Company Policies.
Manage Invoicing Processes, Monitor Accounts Receivable, And Follow Up On Outstanding Debts To Ensure Timely Collections.
Assist In The Preparation Of Annual Budgets, Project Costing Exercises, Quotations, And Tender Submissions.
Provide Financial Information And Supporting Documentation For Supplier Registrations, Tenders, Audits, And Regulatory Requirements.
Maintain Comprehensive Financial Records And Ensure An Effective Audit Trail For All Financial Transactions.
Identify And Report Financial Risks While Recommending Appropriate Mitigation Measures.
Qualifications And Experience
Degree In Accounting, Finance, Or A Related Field.
Part-Qualified ACCA, CIMA, CIS, Or ICAZ; Full Professional Qualification Will Be An Added Advantage.
Minimum Of Five (5) Years' Experience In Accounting And Finance, Including Hands-On Exposure To Tax Compliance, Payroll Administration, Inventory Management, And Management Accounting.
Proven Experience In Costing, Pricing, Working Capital Management, And Banking Relationships.
Strong Knowledge Of Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Cash Flow Management, And Internal Controls.
Proficiency In Accounting Software Such As Quickbooks Or Similar ERP Systems, Together With Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills.
Experience Within The Renewable Energy, Engineering, Construction, Or Project-Based Sectors Will Be An Added Advantage.
Familiarity With Payroll Systems, ERP Platforms, And Project Finance Principles Is Desirable.
Strong Analytical, Communication, Problem-Solving, And Stakeholder Management Skills.
High Levels Of Integrity, Attention To Detail, And The Ability To Work Independently While Meeting Deadlines.