JOB ADVERT: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)
Company: Set Light Investment (PVT) LTD
Location: Harare
Industry: Industrial Footwear Manufacturing
Position Type: Full-Time Executive Position
ABOUT SET LIGHT INVESTMENT (PVT) LTD
Set Light Investment (PVT) LTD is a growing industrial and casual footwear manufacturing company serving both domestic and regional markets. The company is investing in production expansion, new product lines, and international supply-chain partnerships. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial management, risk control, and corporate governance functions.
Financial Leadership & Planning:
• Lead financial strategy development, long-term planning, and budgeting
• Manage financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance monitoring
• Oversee financial models for production forecasting and cost optimisation
• Provide executive-level financial advice to support strategic decision-making
Financial Controls & Compliance:
• Oversee internal controls, audits, and compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements
• Ensure accurate preparation of financial statements and management reports
• Manage tax planning, regulatory filings, and compliance with ZIMRA and other authorities
Risk Management:
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments across manufacturing operations
• Implement financial risk mitigation strategies
• Oversee cost control, wastage management, and procurement financial structuring
Supply Chain & Operations Finance:
• Manage supplier payments, procurement financing, and multi-currency transactions
• Oversee financial planning for raw-material procurement, machinery acquisition, and inventory control
• Support expansion projects, technology upgrades, and capital investment programmes
People Leadership & Skills Development:
• Lead and mentor finance personnel
• Implement capacity-building initiatives and strengthen financial governance
• Oversee development of internal financial policies, systems, and procedures
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or related discipline
• Professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is an added advantage
• Minimum 8 years senior financial management experience
• Experience in manufacturing finance, supply-chain finance, or industrial operations preferred
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, risk management, and corporate governance
• Proven ability to manage multi-currency environments and complex procurement systems
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills
KEY COMPETENCIES
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Strong financial and analytical acumen
• Ability to manage complex operations and tight deadlines
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strong reporting, communication, and organisational skills
Interested candidates should send their CV, cover letter, and supporting certificates to:
[email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Bindura University of Science Education
Gwanda
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Gwanda State University
Gwanda
Expires
Gwanda State University
Bindura
Expires
Bindura University of Science Education
Gwanda
Expires
Gwanda State University
Harare
Full Time
23 Dec 2025
11 Dec 2025