To Develop, manage, implement and coordinate the financial and management accounting activities of the Authority and provide guidance to management in making key financial decisions relating to resource mobilization, investment analysis and other financial decisions to ensure that organisational objectives are achieved

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares a comprehensive and consolidated budget of estimates for the Authority to facilitate mobilization of financial resources.

Develop, implement and review financial plans, policies, systems and accounting procedures in line with International Public Sector Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards, International Accounting Standard and other relevant regulations as approved by the Board to ensure effective and efficient utilisation of the Authority’s funds

Manage the preparation of plans for the directorate derived from the overall strategic plan of the Authority outlining what needs to be done annually to  monitor the performance of the Authority

Coordinate and supervise the timely and accurate preparation and submission of financial reports to facilitate decision making.

Ensures effectively and timely maintenance of the Asset Register to enhance accountability.

Manage effectively Books of Accounts to facilitate efficient storage and retrieval of information

Manages the security of accountable documents toprevent unauthorised access and destruction

 ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
a) Professional Qualification:
• School certificate or its equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy/Full ACCA or Full CIMA from
recognised University/Institutions.
• Master’s degree in a related field from a recognised University/Institution.
• Member of ZICA or ACCA or CIMA.
b) Minimum Relevant Work Experience:
• 5 years’ post qualification work experience at least with 3 years in Financial Management within the Public Service.

In-depth understanding of sage accounting system, Microsoft Excel, Aruti payroll and other accounting software used in government.
• In-depth knowledge and usage of internet banking.
• Experience in mobilising resources through strategic partnership with Development Fund Institutions (DFIs), donor community, Licensees, equity houses and the private sector.
• Excellent commercial and business acumen.
c) Skill Requirements
• Budgeting.
• Planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite and other relevant soft ware.
• Internet banking.
• Preparation of financial report
• Maintaining Asset Register in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Maintaining books of Accounts.
• Maintaining accountable documents such as payment vouchers,
receipts, Contracts etc.
• Fiduciary management.
• Supervisory.
• Human Resource Management.
• Assessment skill.
• Internet banking and onli ne Financial Management.
• Payroll administration.
• Ability to respond to audit queries and provide necessarydocumentation.
• Financial Risk Management.
• Negotiation.
d) Personal Attributes:
• High standards of integrity and morality
• High levels of interest in accounting
• Willing to learn new things and skills
• Passionate about setting high standards of excellence
• Reliable and trustworthy person; and
• A driver of the vision of accounting at Independent Broadcasting Authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal
5. WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Office work environment.
• Use of computers and other office equipment.
• Concentration and analysis.
• Time keeper while managing tight deadlines.
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• Involves dealing with a lot of Licensees scattered in the ten (10) regions of Zambia.
• Involves dealing with local institutions and international institutions in the broadcasting sector.
• Ability to handle Stress, may require work-life balance.