Finance Manager at VisionFund Zambia Limited

VisionFund Zambia Limited is part of a network of microfinance institutions within the VisionFund International network. We empower low-income entrepreneurs with access to integrated financial services that unlock their potential.We are part of World Vision, the largest global Christian humanitarian organization. In order to support our growth aspirations, we seek to recruit a qualified candidate who is self-motivated and results-oriented to fill the following position:

FINANCE MANAGER

Reporting to the Chief Finance officer, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the accounting function to ensure preparation, analysis and maintenance of accurate and reliable financial records necessary for business operations in compliance with international standards and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Minimum qualification requirements and competencies:

• A minimum of Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with at least three (3) years’ work experience in a similar position in a microfinance or financial institution,
• Full CIMA or ACCA
• Experience in banking and financial service accounting ,
• Experience in Statutory and regulatory reporting,
• Conversant with Bank reconciliations with mobile banking and computerized system operation
• Excellent computer skills particularly in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Microfinance Projections.
• Be familiar with or have some experience in the use of accounting/loan software, preferably and/or Sun system;
• Must be a mature and committed Christian;
• Good communication and report writing skills.

Ideals and Core Values

• Be a good trainer, facilitator, mentor,and coach
• Very good communication and marketing skills
• Good knowledge in economic and financial matters
• Good analytical and problem solving skill

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