Management Accountant

Company Overview

ZIMBUILD GROUP is a Zimbabwe-based infrastructure and construction company known for delivering large-scale, high-quality projects. With more than ten years in the industry, the business has successfully handled a wide variety of major developments while aiming to exceed client expectations. Its core services include construction, civils, and plant and equipment hire, and it places strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and sustainable delivery. From its Harare headquarters, the company works to create practical construction solutions that support communities, improve living conditions, and contribute to economic growth.

Role Overview

The Management Accountant will be responsible for producing management accounts, analysing financial performance, and partnering with business stakeholders to support sound decision-making across the organisation.

Key Duties

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, then translate the figures into clear insights for business unit decisions.
• Collaborate with business partners to build budgets and forecasts, and monitor actual performance against approved plans.
• Carry out variance analysis to identify trends, explain differences, and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Support the rollout of initiatives that strengthen financial processes and improve internal controls.
• Design, apply, and monitor controls that protect company assets and improve the reliability of financial reporting.
• Help ensure compliance with financial rules and manage exposure to financial risk.
• Work across departments to provide financial guidance that improves day-to-day business operations.

Requirements

• BSc degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, or CA are considered an advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a comparable role.
• Prior exposure to accounting systems and data entry tasks.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and procedures, including IFRS reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Eligibility

Applicants with a background in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of relevant experience are suitable for this position. Candidates with professional accounting certifications and strong IFRS, spreadsheet, and accounting software experience will be especially well matched.