South Africa: Country Finance Manager – Harare, Zimbabwe posted by She recruit

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or Commerce (professional qualification such as CA/ACCA/CIMA advantageous).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a finance management role, preferably within the automotive, retail, or dealership industry.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local tax legislation.
• Proven experience in setting up or managing finance functions in new or developing markets.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (SAP or similar advantageous).
• Solid analytical, budgeting, and financial reporting capability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and oversee all financial and accounting operations for the new dealership branch.
• Develop and implement internal controls, reporting systems and policies in alignment with Group standards.
• Ensure compliance with Zimbabwean tax laws, IFRS and all statutory financial regulations.
• Supervise and mentor local finance and admin staff, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily financial activities.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts to Group management.
• Support dealership operations through accurate costing, stock control and margin analysis.
• Manage banking, treasury and working capital to ensure liquidity and operational sustainability.
• Oversee payroll, statutory submissions and employee benefits compliance.
• Coordinate and prepare for external audits and ensure timely submission of audited financial statements.
• Review and monitor credit control, debtor recoveries and supplier payments.
• Conduct financial risk assessments and implement corrective measures.
• Act as a key liaison between the Zimbabwe operation and Group Finance on all financial and compliance matters.

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 17:00
Friday: 07:30 – 16:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 12:30

If you are ready to make your mark in a growing regional network, I would love to hear from you.