DIRECTOR OF FINANCE – City Of Gweru 209 views

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as principal financial advisor to Council, the Town Clerk, and Executive Management.
• Provide strategic financial insights to inform policy, planning, and investment decisions.
• Lead financial sustainability strategies and long-term fiscal planning frameworks.
• Advise on risk management, debt management, and capital financing models.
• Lead preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and medium-term financial plans.
• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Oversee preparation of annual financial statements and statutory reports.
• Ensure compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards and applicable regulations.
• Monitor budget performance and implement expenditure control systems.
• Develop and implement robust revenue enhancement strategies.
• Oversee billing systems, including capture and maintenance of ratable properties database.
• Strengthen debt collection systems and improve collection efficiency.
• Ensure optimal revenue administration and financial accountability.
• Manage Council’s investment portfolio and optimize returns within approved policies.
• Maintain and monitor loans register and debt obligations.
• Oversee insurance portfolio management and ensure adequate risk coverage.
• Ensure proper maintenance of asset register and asset valuation systems.
• Ensure availability of funding for procurement of goods and services.
• Provide financial oversight in procurement processes in compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act and regulations.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance systems.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Finance Department.
• Coordinate finance functions with other Council departments to enhance service delivery.
• Drive digital transformation and financial systems modernization.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and high performance within the department.

Requirements

• A degree from a recognised university in Accounting, Banking and Finance or an equivalent qualification.
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field is an added advantage.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent.
• Membership of a recognized professional body is mandatory.
• At least four (4) years post-qualification experience at senior management level, preferably within a Local Authority or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of Local Authority finance, revenue legislation and public finance management.
• A citizen of Zimbabwe.
• No criminal record.
• Strategic thinking and strong analytical capability.
• Sound financial governance and compliance expertise.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Salary

An attractive and competitive remuneration package commensurate with the seniority of the post.

How to Apply