Job Description

Posted on November 21, 2022

Bayport Financial Services (Z) Limited
Location: Zambia
State: Lusaka
Job type: Full-Time
Job category: Accounting Jobs in Zambia

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Senior Manager Finance will work with the CFO and Management in managing the Finance function and the financial direction of the company including reviewing financial reports, monitoring accounts, preparing financial forecasts, investigating ways to improve profitability, and analysing markets for business opportunities.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Monitoring of Company business performance
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Building and maintaining business relationship with key stakeholders such as banks, regulators, and auditors
Managing costs through review and authorisation of departmental purchase requisitions and payments
Review of journals prepared by finance staff and junior managers and overseeing the financial reporting process
Preparation and interpretation and interpreting reports, accounts, commentaries and financial statements
Tracking of the companys financial performance against budget
Review of monthly management accounts and ensuring timely submission to Group on a monthly basis
Preparation of the Bank of Zambia prudential returns
Preparation of quarterly covenants
Ensuring timely submissions of the monthly and quarterly statutory returns
Preparation of the financial performance review for the Companys Board Packs
Overseeing internal audit of the function and external audits
Supervising and mentoring of finance staff and junior managers
Liaising with managerial staff and other colleagues

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Full ACCA or CIMA
At least 5 years accounting work experience in the Finance Sector or any related relevant experience

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

Should be very knowledgeable in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent numerical and accounting skills
Good Problem solving skill
Proactive and self-motivated
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity

Method of Application
Suitable candidates must send their applications and current CVs, with job applied for as the email subject, to 

The closing date for receiving applications is 14 September 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.