Background

Swift Digital Finance is a technology-driven financial services institution in Malawi, providing fast, secure, and accessible digital financial solutions. The company is committed to strong financial governance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Job Overview

The Finance Officer will support day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting records, timely reporting, and compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented and organized professional with experience in finance or accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions, ledgers, and journals
• Prepare periodic financial reports, statements, and assist in budgeting and forecasting
• Monitor cash flow and financial transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and audit responses
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial guidance and support
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records
• Recommend improvements to processes, internal controls, and reporting systems
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in finance

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Diploma acceptable with experience)
• Minimum of 1 year relevant finance or accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills
• High integrity, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions, ledgers, and journals
• Prepare periodic financial reports, statements, and assist in budgeting and forecasting
• Monitor cash flow and financial transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and audit responses
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial guidance and support
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records
• Recommend improvements to processes, internal controls, and reporting systems
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in finance

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills
• High integrity, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Diploma acceptable with experience)
• Minimum of 1 year relevant finance or accounting experience