Finance Head

Job Description : FINANCE HEAD ZAMBIA Oversee accounting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and budgeting. Ensure timely recovery of funds from debtors and manage cash flow. Prepare and present monthly board reports with accurate financial data. Conduct financial and accounting audits. Analyze margins and operational costs to recommend optimization strategies. Manage financial risks and implement hedging strategies. Develop and implement financial controls to mitigate risks. Supervise the finance and accounting team. Review and update job descriptions within the finance department. Train and upskill finance teams. Lead talent acquisition efforts for the finance department. Align financial strategies with overall business objectives. Develop and manage investment strategies. Maintain relationships with local and international banks. Evaluate and propose new revenue streams or business opportunities. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Conduct quarterly reviews of financial procedures. Manage and oversee tax strategy planning and compliance. Integrate logistics systems with accounting systems. Review and negotiate supplier pricing. Optimize operational and structural costs. Implement advanced financial software and tools. Communicate financial performance and forecasts to stakeholders. Liaise with external auditors to ensure timely completion of audits. Key Skills: Financial risk management. Financial reporting. Cashflow projection & management. Cost optimization and budget monitoring. Development of financial and accounting procedures. Team management. Mastery of English (other languages are a bonus). At least 15+ years of professional experience in Finance. Experience in logistics and a multinational environment is advantageous. Preferred CA +MBA

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