{"id":3397,"date":"2025-08-19T18:02:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T18:02:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/job\/chief-financial-officer\/"},"modified":"2025-08-29T00:49:19","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T00:49:19","slug":"chief-financial-officer","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/?post_type=job_listing&p=3397","title":{"rendered":"Chief Financial Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>About Earn Mwachangu LtdEarn Mwachangu is a high-impact fintech startup revolutionizing financial access through salary advance services. We\u2019re building a transformative platform that bridges the gap between payday and financial needs, serving customers and employers across Malawi with plans for regional expansion.Finance | Malawi | Equity-Based CompensationRole OverviewWe seek a visionary CFO to architect our financial strategy, drive sustainable growth, and lead us through our next phase of scaling. This is a foundational leadership role offering significant equity participation for the right candidate who shares our mission to build a market-leading fintech company.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Financial Leadership: Design revenue models, cost optimization strategies, and financial structures that support rapid but controlled expansionCapital &amp; Fundraising: Secure venture funding, private equity, and strategic debt financing while managing investor relationsRisk &amp; Compliance Management: Ensure regulatory adherence across Malawi and expansion markets, implementing robust risk mitigation frameworksFinancial Operations: Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and scaling processes for an early-stage startupStakeholder Confidence: Build and maintain investor, customer, and partner trust through transparent financial governanceTeam Development: Build and lead a high-performing finance team aligned with company growth objectivesRequired QualificationsEducation &amp; Certifications\u2013 Minimum of Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field\u2013 Professional certification (CA, CIMA, CPA, CFA, or ACCA) strongly preferred\u2013 MBA or Master\u2019s in Finance\/Economics preferred but not mandatoryExperience Requirements\u2013 7+ years\u00a0of financial leadership experience\u2013 Fintech, microfinance, or high-growth startup\u00a0background preferred\u2013 Proven track record in\u00a0capital raising\u00a0(venture funding, private equity, strategic debt)\u2013 Experience with\u00a0financial forecasting, budgeting, and startup scaling\u2013 Strong background in\u00a0regulatory compliance and risk mitigation\u2013 Investor relations and growth capital\u00a0experience\u2013 African fintech or microfinance\u00a0experience highly desirableEssential Skills &amp; MindsetCore Competencies\u2013 High-stakes decision making with limited data under pressure\u2013 Strategic financial thinking beyond traditional accounting\u2013 Crisis and risk management expertise\u2013 Strong negotiation and deal-making abilities\u2013 Data-driven leadership with AI\/automation embrace\u2013 Clear communication of complex financial insights to diverse stakeholdersTechnical Requirements\u2013 Understanding of APIs, digital lending models, payment systems\u2013 Familiarity with fraud detection AI and fintech infrastructure\u2013 Knowledge of African regulatory frameworks\u2013 Experience with real-time financial data analysis and trend identificationLeadership Qualities\u2013 Integrity &amp; Trustworthiness: Upholding highest ethical standards\u2013 Resource Optimization: Financial discipline ensuring every kwacha drives value\u2013 Customer-Centric Approach: Balancing profitability with service accessibility\u2013 Collaborative Leadership: Working effectively across all organizational levels\u2013 Resilience &amp; Adaptability: Thriving in fast-paced, unpredictable environments\u2013 Scalability Vision: Structuring frameworks for regional and international expansionWhat We Offer\u2013 Leadership Impact: Key role in building a transformative financial services company\u2013 Growth Opportunity: Chance to scale operations across Africa\u2013 Innovation Environment: Work with cutting-edge fintech technology and AI-driven analytics\u2013 Mission-Driven Work: Directly impact financial inclusion and accessibilitySelection Process\u2013 Panel Interviews\u00a0with leadership team\u2013 Financial Strategy Case Studies\u2013 Real-World Scenario Assessments\u2013 Stakeholder Interaction EvaluationIdeal Candidate ProfileWe\u2019re seeking a financial leader who can think beyond traditional accounting to actively drive company growth. The perfect candidate will have a strong track record in fintech\/microfinance, proven ability to secure funding, exceptional risk management skills, and the entrepreneurial spirit to scale Earn Mwachangu beyond Malawi\u2019s borders.Are you ready to build the future of financial services in Africa?<\/p>\n<p>Apply Via:<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/earnmwachangu.com\/nzeru\/post\/chief-financial-officer<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"https:\/\/earnmwachangu.com\/nzeru\/post\/chief-financial-officer","_company_name":"Earn Mwachangu","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[15],"job-categories":[],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-3397","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-expired","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-lilongwe","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/3397","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3397"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=3397"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=3397"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/malawi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=3397"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}