Head of Finance

Job description

Job Summary

The Head of Finance at Bayobab Zambia is a strategic financial leader responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal discipline, and driving financial performance. This role ensures the financial viability and profitability of the organization through effective financial planning, risk management, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

Formulate and execute robust financial strategies that support Bayobab Zambia’s business plan and long-term growth.
Provide commercially grounded financial advice to the Managing Director and leadership team to influence strategic decisions.
Champion cost optimization, revenue growth, and margin improvement initiatives.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
Develop business cases for new investments and capital expenditure, ensuring alignment with ROI targets.

3. Governance, Risk & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with local tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
Implement and maintain a strong internal control environment aligned to group financial policies and audit standards.
Oversee timely preparation of audited financial statements and manage external audit relationships.

4. Operational Financial Management

Oversee finance operations including accounts payable/receivable, cash flow management, general ledger, and procurement finance.
Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting.
Drive efficiency in working capital and liquidity management.

5. People & Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team with strong capabilities in business partnering, control, and reporting.
Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Set clear performance goals, conduct regular reviews, and support professional development and succession planning.

6. Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnering

Act as the key financial representative on the Bayobab Zambia executive leadership team.
Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate business performance and support operational execution.
Liaise with Group Finance and regional offices to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide financial targets and policies.

Education:

Minimum CPA / CIMA /ACCA
Minimum 4-year degree in Finance or Business
Master’s degree in Finance an added advantage

Experience:

5+ years of post-qualification experience in accounting and finance operations with at least 3 years in Telecom industry;
3–4 years in a managerial role, with a proven track record of driving financial success;
Experience in wholesale, infrastructure, or B2B telecommunications is an added advantage.

Candidates are mandated to answer the below on their cover page to the hiring Manager.

Values are the core of Bayobab Zambia’s culture. Our five values called ‘Live Y’ello is the force that unites and inspires each one of us to make an impact that matters in the world. So, tell us: Which one of our five Live Y’ello Values resonates most with you and why? (limit 250 words)

 Lead with Care
Can-do with Integrity
Collaborate with Agility
Serve with Respect
Act with Inclusion

Closing date is 10th June 2025.