• We are looking for a skilled Senior Account who will oversee financial reporting, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, manage accounting processes, and provide strategic financial insights to support business decision-making

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Prepare and analyse financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Ensure compliance with ZRA tax requirements, including VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Tax.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies for statutory audits and compliance matters.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations.
• Support strategic financial decision-making by providing accurate reports and insights.
• Accounts Management
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and intercompany transactions.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all financial transactions.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
• Develop and implement strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and best practices.
• Payroll & Tax Administration
• Supervise payroll processing to ensure accuracy and timely disbursement.
• Prepare and submit tax returns and ensure timely remittances to ZRA.
• Stay updated on changes in financial and tax regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (ACCA, CIMA, or ZICA certification preferred)
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Zambian tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, SAP, QuickBooks)
• Excellent analytical and financial management skills
• A member of ZICA
• Zambia Qualifications Authority validated qualifications
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Advanced proficiency skills in Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under minimal or no supervision.
• Good organisation skills and attention to details.