Finance and Administration

Workforce Recruitment Services

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Position: FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

Location: Blantyre

Workforce Recruitment Services seeks to recruit for the following position on behalf of a Client.

1. Position Overview

To support the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information through effective day-to-day accounting, compliance, and reporting processes, while contributing to group reporting requirements and strengthening financial controls across the business.

This role is designed for a hands-on accountant who is operationally strong, commercially aware, and capable of integrating seamlessly into a structured group finance environment operating across multiple African jurisdictions.

2. Core Accountability Areas

  • Financial Close, Reporting & Data Integrity
  • Prepare monthly management accounts within group reporting deadlines.
  • Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Prepare supporting schedules and reconciliations (bank, receivables, payables, inventory, accruals, and fixed assets).
  • Assist in preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and group policies.
  • Ensure alignment of local reporting with group consolidation requirements.

Cash Discipline & Working Capital Administration

  • Monitor daily bank balances and support short-term cash flow forecasting.
  • Prepare payment schedules in accordance with delegated authority frameworks.
  • Support working capital management, including receivables and payables tracking.

Financial Planning and Control

  • Assist in annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes.
  • Support variance analysis and provide commentary on performance against budget.
  • Work closely with operational teams to enhance cost discipline and accountability.

Tax, Regulatory & Administration Compliance

  • Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, and other statutory returns within prescribed timelines.
  • Support engagement with tax authorities and external advisors as required.
  • Maintain compliance documentation and statutory registers.

Internal Controls & Governance

  • Perform routine internal control checks and assist in strengthening financial control processes.
  • Support audit processes (external and internal), including preparation of audit files and resolution of audit queries.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and group financial control standards.

Group Reporting & Cross-Functional Support

  • Contribute to group reporting packs and consolidation requirements.
  • Provide financial data and analysis to operations, procurement, HR, and management teams.
  • Support implementation of finance systems improvements and reporting enhancements.
  • Perform any other reasonable and lawful duties as may be required across functions in support of financial operations and broader business objectives.

3. Minimum Qualifications & Experience Education & Professional Development

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or actively studying towards a widely recognised qualification.

Experience

  • 2+ years relevant accounting experience.
  • Exposure to IFRS-based reporting.
  • Experience in audit, FMCG, manufacturing, agriculture, or distribution environments will be advantageous.
  • Exposure to multi-entity or group reporting environments preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of IFRS.
  • Sound understanding of tax and statutory compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets -Experience with ERP systems (Sage, SAP, or similar).
  • Strong financial modelling and analytical capability.

4. Behavioural Competencies

  • High level of integrity and professional ethics.
  • Strong personality with the confidence to engage stakeholders constructively.
  • Fast learner with the ability to grasp systems and processes quickly.
  • Ability to train and support other staff members where required.
  • Collaborative team player who works effectively across functions and cultures.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines.
  • Solution-oriented Mind set with a continuous improvement approach.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters to applications@workforcemw.net  by 15thMarch 2026. Please include “ FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION” in the subject line.