About Unifi
\nUnifi is redefining credit in Africa with simple, fast personal loans delivered through online, mobile and branch channels. We make life easy for thousands of clients across Zambia, Kenya, Uganda and South Africa. Unifi has conviction in the African continent and its people, and our products enable our clients to achieve even more. As one of the fastest-growing lenders in East Africa, we combine exceptional client service with the very best tech and data analytics.
\nRole Purpose
\nUnifi Zambia is hiring a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and operations of its Zambian business. The CFO will take full ownership of Unifi Zambia\u2019s financial function, overseeing financial reporting, regulatory compliance, budgeting, cash flow, and long-term planning. The incumbent will drive financial analysis and scenario modelling, provide strategic guidance to the CEO on corporate finance, and lead capital structuring, tax planning, fundraising efforts, and corporate governance initiatives.
\nThis role calls for more than technical expertise\u2014it requires someone with the vision to see opportunities where others see obstacles. The right candidate will blend financial discipline with innovative thinking and a genuine enthusiasm for contributing to Africa\u2019s growth story. Curiosity, resilience, and a sense of humour will serve them well. Willingness to travel is essential.
\nResponsibilities
\nStrategy, Leadership & Management<\/p>\n
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the business to drive financial and strategic decisions.
\nLead, motivate, and monitor a high-performance finance team, fostering operational excellence.
\nChampion best practices in recruitment, training, and performance management.
\nContribute to executive management and leadership initiatives.
\nExecute the group\u2019s finance strategy and ensure alignment with organisational goals.<\/p>\n
Operational Process Improvement<\/p>\n
Evaluate and enhance finance workflows to ensure compliance with group standards.
\nContinuously develop and document the financial control environment.<\/p>\n
Business Development, Financial Performance & Analysis<\/p>\n
Generate financial analysis, reports, and insights to support decision-making at all levels of the company.
\nProvide strategic financial insight to guide business decisions and drive performance.
\nTake ownership of corporate finance, cash flow planning, and treasury management.
\nAdvise the CEO and group on optimal capital and entity structures.
\nManage tax optimisation strategies, including transfer pricing policies.<\/p>\n
Financial Reporting & Control<\/p>\n
Lead timely month-end close, management accounts, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring alignment with group standards.
\nDrive cost control initiatives across the business and provide regular reporting to leadership.
\nEnsure full compliance with tax, exchange control, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements.
\nOversee the preparation of accurate, audited annual financial statements.
\nMaintain strong internal financial controls and manage all aspects of bank account access and maintenance.
\nOwn the annual budgeting process and monthly cash flow forecasting.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Financial Operations<\/p>\n
Streamline and systematise core financial processes, including journal entries, bookkeeping, and management of clearing and suspense accounts.
\nEnhance procurement, expense approvals, and accounts payable workflows for greater efficiency and control.
\nOversee cash management to ensure optimal liquidity and timely funding across all branches.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
Postgraduate degree in Accounting (CA) or equivalent professional qualification.
\nActive ZICA Associate or Fellow membership.
\nA minimum of 5 years\u2019 experience as a CFO or in a comparable senior
\nfinancial leadership role.
\nExperience in the lending or financial services industry is an advantage but not required.
\nStrong passion for Africa and readiness to work effectively within a developing market context.<\/p>\n
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