Absolomon M.

Finance Manager – Projects

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Gaborone, Botswana

Experience

Feb 2019 - Present
6 years 11 months
Gaborone, Botswana

Finance Manager – Projects

Maxi Possibilities Engineering Botswana

  • Directed financial operations across EPC projects worth over 100 million, ensuring cost efficiency, accountability, and compliance with timelines and contract terms.
  • Enhanced financial governance & profitability by developing and implementing a project-based financial management framework, improving profit margins by up to 17.5% across the project portfolio.
  • Spearheaded cost forecasting models, reducing variance by 15% across key infrastructure projects.
  • Introduced cash flow forecasting tools aligned to project milestones, ensuring liquidity for procurement, logistics, and site operations.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of ERP and project finance software systems integrating finance, procurement, and engineering functions.
  • Led commercial execution of EPC/turnkey projects in collaboration with project managers and technical leads.
  • Developed and managed project budgets, cost tracking, and cash flow forecasting.
  • Prepared and analyzed monthly project financials, forecasts, and performance KPIs.
  • Oversaw project accounting including revenue recognition, billing, journal entries, job costing, VAT compliance, and vendor payments.
  • Ensured financial reporting and audits adhered to IFRS, tax regulations, and corporate policies.
  • Managed internal controls, risk assessments, and statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, and Corporate Tax).
  • Supervised financial system upgrades and process automation initiatives such as ERP and Power BI.
  • Acted as a key business partner in investment evaluations, pricing, procurement, and contract negotiations.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2018
4 years
Zimbabwe

Accounting Manager

China Africa Agriculture Zimbabwe

  • Developed and executed financial strategies supporting 3-year CAPEX projects totaling $25M.
  • Led budgeting and performance reviews for over 10 business units, improving P&L performance by 20%.
  • Implemented robust cost control systems across agri-processing operations, reducing wastage by 18%.
  • Supported executive decision-making through scenario modeling, business cases, and board reporting.
  • Successfully navigated audits, reconciliations, and financial closeouts on high-stakes projects with zero material findings.
  • Oversaw all financial planning, reporting, audit, and compliance functions.
  • Managed cash flow, CAPEX evaluation, tax strategy, and financial risk mitigation.
  • Partnered with operations on budget performance and production cost analysis.
  • Coordinated IFRS/GAAP-compliant financial statements and ensured timely external audits.
  • Mentored finance teams and supported ERP upgrades across agriculture business units.
Apr 2002 - Dec 2014
12 years 9 months
Zimbabwe

Accountant – Origination

Cargill

  • Successfully led origination budgeting and reporting across four provinces.
  • Standardized grower settlement and contract tracking processes, reducing errors by 35%.
  • Improved working capital cycles through robust AR/AP management and cash flow forecasting.
  • Handled full-cycle accounting including general ledger reconciliations, payroll, and tax filings.
  • Managed foreign exchange transactions and hedging compliance.
  • Conducted variance analysis, financial modeling, and investment appraisals.
  • Supported donor and grant audits (USAID, CNFA, COMPACI, GRM/SDC) with strict financial adherence.
  • Led a finance team and contributed to business growth through actionable reporting insights.

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Finance Manager with 20+ years’ experience across the engineering, construction, and agriculture sectors. Proven success in leading financial operations, project finance, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance for complex, multimillion-dollar projects. Adept in EPC and turnkey project finance, performance analysis, risk mitigation, and Merger & Acquisition activities. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, implement ERP systems, and deliver cost-saving process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and TQM. Known for strong stakeholder engagement and executive-level financial counsel that drives sustainable growth.

Languages

Shona
Native
English
Advanced
North Ndebele
Advanced

Education

Sep 2023 - May 2025

Effective Business School

MSc Project Management · Project Management · Prague, Czech Republic

Jan 2006 - Aug 2010

University of Zimbabwe

Master of Business Administration · Business Administration · Harare, Zimbabwe

Jan 1997 - May 2000

Masvingo Polytechnic College

Bachelor of Arts in Business Management · Business Management · Masvingo, Zimbabwe

Certifications & licenses

ASIC Accredited

ASIC

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