Head of Finance

The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership for Spiro's Zimbabwe business. The role will establish a robust finance foundation for a rapidly scaling operation, support commercial and investment decisions, safeguard governance, and provide reliable insight to country and group leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesLead finance, accounting, treasury, taxation, audit, statutory reporting and financial compliance for the Zimbabwe entity.Own annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning and management reporting, with clear visibility on business performance and key risks.Partner with country and group leadership on market entry, growth priorities, pricing, investment decisions and operating-model development.Establish fit-for-purpose financial controls, approval frameworks, policies and governance routines.Drive cash-flow planning, working-capital discipline and effective management of banking relationships.Oversee capital expenditure planning and financial evaluation of infrastructure, plant and commercial investments.Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close, statutory filings, audits and tax matters.Build, coach and develop the local finance team while embedding high standards of ownership and integrity.Candidate ProfileProfessional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent.Typically 12+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership responsibility.Strong financial planning, controls, reporting, treasury and business-partnering capability.Experience in automotive, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, telecom, mobility or FMCG is advantageous.Exposure to multinational or high-growth emerging-market operations is preferred.Commercially astute, hands-on and able to build systems and teams in an evolving environment.Leadership AttributesStrategic perspective with a strong bias for execution.High integrity, ownership and comfort working in an evolving environment.Ability to build teams, processes and stakeholder trust from an early stage.Collaborative leadership style with clear communication and sound judgement.