A well-established construction company is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Financial Manager to lead and oversee its financial operations in Harare, Zimbabwe.The Financial Manager will provide strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring strong financial governance, reporting accuracy, compliance, and commercial support across regional projects and business units.

Working closely with Regional Leadership and Project Teams, the successful candidate will oversee end-to-end financial management, including budgeting, reporting, controls, compliance, and performance analysis. The role requires approximately 75% onsite presence in Zimbabwe, with engagement across both Zimbabwe and South Africa where required.

Responsibilities 

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for Harare operations

• Manage monthly management accounts and reporting packs

• Oversee project financial performance, cost controls, and margin optimisation

• Ensure statutory, tax, and regulatory compliance in Zimbabwe and relevant jurisdictions

• Monitor working capital, cash flow, and funding requirements

• Implement and maintain strong financial controls and governance practices

• Support commercial decision-making through financial analysis and insights

• Partner with operational leaders to drive efficiencies and profitability

• Coordinate internal and external audits

• Drive continuous improvement of finance processes and systems

• BCom Accounting degree (essential) with a professional designation preferred: CA(SA), SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, CGMA or equivalent

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Financial Manager or similar senior finance role

• Experience within construction, engineering, mining, or other project-based environments (strong advantage)

• Proven experience managing multi-site or cross-border operations

• Strong financial reporting and compliance experience across multiple jurisdictions

• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning

• Experience with project accounting, job costing, WIP management, and contract financial controls

• Knowledge of tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements across African markets

• Strong governance, risk management, and internal control capabilities

• Ability to analyse financial performance and provide commercial insights to operational leaders

• Experience managing audits and liaising with external auditors and regulators
  

• Ability to work independently in site-based environments and manage multiple priorities

• Advanced proficiency in ERP/financial systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar)

Benefits 

• Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.

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