Farisai is a highly accomplished financial accountant and mission funding specialist with over 13 years of experience in financial management, accounting, and strategic business planning. Farisai leverages her extensive expertise in financial operations, donor compliance, and stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable growth and maximize mission impact.

Farisai holds a Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours) Degree from Bindura University of Science Education and has completed the Supervisory Leadership Development Program. She is proficient in a range of financial and accounting systems including SAGE 1000, Pastel, Pinnacle, and Forward ERP, and is skilled in MS Office Suite.

Throughout her career, Farisai has demonstrated excellence in managing full-cycle accounting functions, financial analysis and reporting, budget preparation, cash flow management, and internal controls. Most recently, as Project Accountant for the Zimbabwe Association Of Church Related Hospitals (ZACH), she provided financial oversight for multiple donor-funded projects—ensuring timely and compliant reporting, supporting grant proposal development, and facilitating audits with zero findings. Farisai is known for her ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, supporting both program teams and senior management in strategic decision-making.

Her previous experience includes roles as Group Financial Accountant at United Refineries Limited, Accountant at Croco Motors, and Financial Accountant at Lobels Bread, where she led the design and implementation of financial control systems, cost optimization strategies, and audit processes across multiple business units. Farisai excels at building strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and donors, fostering collaboration and transparency.

Farisai’s areas of expertise include financial planning and forecasting, budget monitoring, statutory compliance, financial risk management, audit preparation, and business process improvement. She is recognized for her strategic vision, analytical acumen, and commitment to excellence—qualities that have resulted in significant cost savings, increased revenue, and enhanced financial performance throughout her career.

At Project Yananai Zimbabwe, Farisai Perera leads the mission funding portfolio, ensuring robust financial stewardship, compliance with donor requirements, and effective resource mobilization. Her dedication to accountability, innovation, and partnership enables Project Yananai to deliver life-changing programs and create lasting impact for communities across Zimbabwe.