Talent House
Vacancy title:
Accountant
[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Consulting , Category: Accounting & Finance ]
Jobs at:
Talent House
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 24 2024
Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South – Central Africa
JOB DETAILS:
About the role:
Our client is looking for a capable and experienced company accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support the Company on all accounting processes.
The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of internationally accepted accounting principles, use of accounting software, preparation of financial statements and ad-hoc reports, and knowledge of compliance requirements in Zambia.
She or he shall be able to work autonomously, shall take initiatives and be a good communicator.
This role offers an opportunity for an ambitious, self-driven individual to develop their all-around professional experience by working in a wide-ranging and challenging role in a fast-expanding company.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Analysis:
• Manage transaction posting in accounting system
• Maintain accurate ledgers & sub-ledgers for subsidiaries
• Process billing and manage receivables
• Conduct monthly ledger close procedures
• Handle payroll management
• Perform cash reconciliations and petty cash management
• Execute bank transfers and manage purchase requests
• Oversee expense management and assist in budget planning
• Prepare annual financial statements and handle statutory audits
• Generate management reports and analyze data
Tax & Compliance:
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filing and annual return preparation
• Facilitate communication with tax administrations
• Stay updated with regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with local jurisdiction regulations
• Collect financial and power generation data for regulatory reports
• Assist in general administrative tasks
Requirements
• Five-plus years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or similar (Full Grade 12 Certificate, ACCA level 2, ZICA Licentiate, CIMA level 2)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), QuickBooks, Odoo and other relevant accounting software
Compensation:
The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Interested candidates should send their CVs