Finance Manager

About the role

Export Development Fund (EDF), a development finance institution promoting Malawi's export growth, is recruiting a Finance Manager based in Lilongwe. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, the Finance Manager leads the Fund's core financial operations, covering financial management, reporting, budget execution, treasury and internal controls, while supporting EDF's strategic mandate. Applications close on 28 August 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with IFRS and statutory regulations, and prepare board packages and analytical reports for management and the Board Audit Committee.
• Oversee the annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets, run variance analysis and financial modelling to optimise capital allocation.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure, liquidity ratios and cash flow projections, and advise leadership on resource mobilisation strategies.
• Set up and enforce internal financial controls, act as the main liaison for internal and external auditors, and manage relationships with banks, financial institutions and regulators.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team and enforce corporate governance, enterprise risk management and regulatory compliance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Full professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent, with active membership in ICAM or another recognised body.
• At least 7 years of progressive financial management experience, including 3 to 5 years at a supervisory or managerial level.
• Experience in financial services, DFIs or structured trade finance is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of IFRS, taxation and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics and strong financial modelling skills.
• Leadership, analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.