Washington Kafesu
@washingtonkafesu
Experienced finance executive and MBA driving financial control, planning and operational efficiency.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven finance executive and MBA with over twenty years' experience leading finance teams across local and international operations. I specialize in corporate and financial planning, accounts, auditing, taxation, ISO implementation and MIS, and have a pragmatic, analytical approach to solving complex financial issues.
Throughout my career I have implemented ERP systems, introduced performance dashboards and operational controls, improved payroll and fuel efficiency, reduced stock variance to near zero, and led strategic planning and finance improvements that delivered measurable cost and efficiency gains.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Controller
Cargo Carriers Int Hauliers
Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 11 months)
Headed finance for the Zimbabwe subsidiary, implemented ERP in 2019, introduced dashboard performance metrics and ISO management, and automated payroll converting 500 weekly cash-paid staff to bank payments to improve controls and efficiency.
Finance Manager
Pioneer Transport Plc
Jan 2006 - Dec 2009 (3 years 11 months)
Managed finance operations, improved fuel efficiency from 1.6km/l to 1.9km/l via reporting and fuel management systems, reduced stock variance to 0.01%, and cut workshop downtime from 25% to under 10% through working capital improvements.
Financial Accountant
Schweppes Zimbabwe
Jan 2005 - Dec 2006 (1 year 11 months)
Prepared financial statements and coordination of accounts functions, maintained reconciliations and supported month-end reporting to improve financial accuracy and compliance.
Financial & Stocks Accountant
BP and Shell
Jan 2001 - Dec 2005 (4 years 11 months)
Managed stock accounting and financial record-keeping, reconciled control accounts and reduced discrepancies to strengthen inventory controls and reporting accuracy.
Audit Assistant
M.H Ballim and Associates
Jan 2000 - Dec 2001 (1 year 11 months)
Conducted audit fieldwork and supported trainee accounting functions, contributing to audit file quality and client financial statement assurance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UZUniversity of Zimbabwe
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Zimbabwe.
CCChartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
CIMA Qualification, Management Accounting
Achieved CIMA professional qualification (UK) in management accounting and business finance.
CCChartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
CGMA, Management Accounting
Holds the CGMA professional designation reflecting expertise in management accounting and business strategy.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZimbabweAuthorized to work in
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