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Byron Chavhaira

@byronchavhaira

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Experienced finance leader skilled in IFRS reporting, budgeting, controls and ERP implementation.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior finance roles where I can lead teams, improve financial systems and controls, drive efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making.

I am an analytical, results-driven finance leader with over twenty years' experience delivering IFRS-compliant reporting, budgeting, ERP implementations and strengthened internal controls across mining and construction sectors. I have a proven track record of leading finance teams, driving operational efficiencies, and producing timely, accurate financial insights to support executive decision-making.

Throughout my career I implemented SOPs, led inventory computerisation, conducted fixed asset valuations, managed audits, tax and compliance, and delivered cost-reduction initiatives. I am an ACCA and CIMA affiliate who values process improvement, team development and reliable financial governance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Consultant

Heritage Construction Company (Pvt) Ltd

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)

Developed and implemented SOPs, led inventory computerisation and staff training, and conducted fixed asset valuation to strengthen internal controls and asset accuracy.

SOP Development Internal Controls Staff Training ERP Implementation Process Improvement

Finance Manager

Zerttew Resources (Pvt) Ltd

Jul 2019 - Nov 2019 (4 months)

Delivered timely financial statements and board reports, oversaw audits, tax and compliance, and identified cost savings and risk minimisation opportunities.

Financial Reporting Audit Management Tax Compliance Budgeting

Finance Manager

Metallon Gold Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd

Jun 2013 - Aug 2018 (5 years 2 months)

Directed finance teams across mining sites ensuring IFRS-compliant reporting, managed budgets, capex, procurement and implemented cost-reduction and financial planning improvements.

IFRS Budgeting Capex Planning Procurement Financial Planning Internal Controls Payroll ERP Systems

Finance Manager

Metallon Gold Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd

Feb 2009 - May 2013 (4 years 3 months)

Managed mine-level finance functions, oversight of reporting, budgets and contracts while enhancing financial planning and compliance with SHE policies.

Financial Reporting Budget Management Contracts Management & Compliance Cost Control Team Leadership ERP

Deputy Finance Manager

Metallon Gold Zimbabwe

Apr 2007 - Jan 2009 (1 year 9 months)

Supported finance management at the Shamva mine, overseeing accounting operations, reporting and departmental compliance while preparing for managerial responsibilities.

Management Accounting Financial Reporting & Compliance Team Supervision Payroll Internal Controls

Senior Accountant

Metallon Gold Zimbabwe

Sep 2003 - Mar 2007 (3 years 6 months)

Prepared management accounts and supported mine finance operations, fixed asset accounting and month-end close activities to ensure accurate financial records.

Management Accounting Month End Close Reconciliations ERP (Pastel Sage)

Assistant Accountant

Independence Gold Mining

Jul 2002 - Aug 2003 (1 year 1 month)

Managed accounting tasks at How Mine including ledger maintenance, payroll support and transaction processing to support site financial operations.

General Ledger Payroll Support Transaction Processing Reconciliations Accounts Payable Financial Reporting

Accounts Clerk

Independence Gold Mining

Dec 1998 - Jun 2002 (3 years 6 months)

Performed clerical accounting duties including data entry, invoice processing and record keeping to maintain accurate financial documentation for How Mine.

Data Entry Invoice Processing Record keeping Accounts Payable Reconciliations SAP Pastel Familiarity