Responsibilities

• The incumbent is responsible for the recording and capturing of all financial transactions and disbursements to ensure that all funds utilized by the Project are accounted for.
• Management of intercompany accounts, including postings, payments and Ledger Reconciliations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations to ensure that bank balances are in line with cash book balances.
• Conduct petty cash counts by carrying out spot checks on the custodian of petty cash.
• Filling all financial records to ensure easy access and for record keeping enabling easy referencing by the auditors and any external use required.
• Participate in Budget formulation and reviews.
• Establish/maintain employee records; ensure that employee changes are entered correctly and made on a timely basis; review changes for proper authorization and adherence to HR and Disciplinary policies, including compliance with statutory regulations;
• Prepare and submit accurate Weekly and Monthly Reports for the Management Committee
• Prepare any other reports that may be required from time to time.
• Prepare and maintain an accurate fixed asset register;
• Maintain accounting controls by following policies and procedures;
• Maintain accurate and complete register of invoices, agreements and all other supporting documents for each and every accounting entry.
• Monitoring of branch funding needs and all expenses management.
• Evaluate and implement appropriate payroll policies and payroll processes while assessing whether or not there’s a need for any systematic enhancements in order to increase the payroll efficiency.
• Timely preparation and submission of all statutory returns PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA;

Qualifications

• Grade 12 School Certificate with 5 credits including English and Mathematics
• A Degree in Accounting.
• CIMA / ACCA / CA Zambia or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role in the Private Sector.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Charted Accountants (ZICA).
• Strong command of Accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and spoken English language skills.
• Proficient knowledge in Payroll administration.
• Well versed in computerized accounting applications.
• Team player with excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills.
• Dynamic, self-driven and solutions oriented.
• Agile and willing to learn.