Are you up for a challenge and looking to join a great workplace? We are looking for a Finance
Manager to join our team. If you think that could be you, please read on.

Who are we?

VITALITE Zambia Limited  is a Zambian-registered company founded in 2013. VITALITE was created to increase rural electrification and combat the poverty tax affecting low-income, energy-poor households across Zambia.
Our mission is to make quality products and services accessible and affordable to all Zambian households. We pride ourselves on having been the first to pioneer a fully integrated pay-as-you-go(PAYGO) service  in Zambia and aim to become the country’s leading rural service and distribution company.

According to an independent survey of our customers (run by impact reporting agency, 60 Decibels in March 2021), 88% find we’ve very much improved their quality of life.

What’s it like to work here?

• We have built a vibrant and dynamic team in which all of us are treated fairly and given equal opportunity to progress;
• We work in an emotionally safe environment within which we all have the opportunity to `fullyexpress ourselves;
• Everyone is encouraged to create a positive impact for themselves, their colleagues, and our customers by taking full accountability for what we do every day.

According to an independent survey (run by global gender advisory firm, Value for Women);

• 94% of team members feel respected by their colleagues
• 97% of team members like our mission and purpose
• 86% of team members believe men and women have equal career opportunities
• 94% of team members believe issues of sexual harassment are taken seriously here
• 89% of team members believe we encourage open and honest communications

What is the job about?

The Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily review of sales and service reports and cash deposits. The Manager is is responsible for ensuring the daily capture of SSC transactions in accounting on a daily basis. The Manager ensurance adherence to payment processes and ensures relevant supporting documentation is attached.

The Finance Manager  will, among other duties, be expected to perform the following tasks:

• Develop financial strategies and plans to meet the company’s long-term goals. This includes preparing budgets, forecasts and financial models
•  Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting cash flow statements and Management reports. and ensure liquidity and solvency, optimizing the use of cash
•  Ensuring the company adheres to financial regulations, tax laws and internal policies and liaising with auditors and regulatory authorities.
•  Leading and managing the finance team, including hiring, training and evaluating staff performance
•  Communicating financial performance and strategy to stakeholders. including investors, board members and other key stakeholders.
•  Lead in understanding and delivery of partners and investors reporting requirements
•  Cooperate with other relevant departments during delivery of grants and other proposals including support to equity raise activities
•  Analysing financial data to identify areas where costs can be reduced and implementing cost saving initiatives.

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, ACCA,ZICA,CIMA , or a related field is preferred
•  Proficiency in Microsoft office
•  Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
•  Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
•  Knowledge and experience in PASTEL/SAGE
•  Member of ZICA

Female candidates are encouraged to apply