Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Organization: Sinohydro Zimbabwe
Reporting Line: Managing Director / Regional Finance Director
Location: Zimbabwe
Position Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and oversight for Sinohydro Zimbabwe’s operations. The role ensures sound financial management, regulatory compliance, effective risk control, and sustainable financial performance across large-scale infrastructure and engineering projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Manage project finance, cash flow, and capital allocation
- Establish internal controls and risk management frameworks
- Ensure compliance with Zimbabwean tax and statutory regulations
- Liaise with banks, auditors, regulators, and partners
- Lead and develop the finance team and ensure skills transfer

Qualifications and Experience

Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Risk Management
- Professional finance or accounting certification is an added advantage
Required Experience
- 5–10 years’ experience in senior finance roles
- Experience in infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors
- Proven multinational or cross-border finance experience

Key Competencies
- Strategic financial planning
- Project and infrastructure finance
- Risk management and compliance
- Leadership and governance
- High integrity and professionalism