Job Reference Number: ZCCM-84
Department: Finance
Business Unit:
Industry: Banking/Finance And Investment
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The role of Assistant Accountant provides support and coordinates Finance activities by monitoring the accuracy and timely processing of transactions and reporting.
Job Description
1. JOB PURPOSE

To provide support and coordinate Finance activities by monitoring the accuracy and timely processing of transactions and reporting.

1. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.1 To post transactions which includes receipts and general ledger.
1.2 To Coordinate with banks for account management, mandates, and documentation.
1.3 To assist in resolving audit issues to strengthen the group’s control environment.
1.4 Forecast monthly cash requirements and collaborate with business units to optimize cash reserves.
1.5 Assist in monitoring the subsidiaries compliance with the groups policies, statutory requirements, and accounting standards.
1.6 To review the intercompany receivables/payables transactions ensuring they are correctly posted in the financial systems.
1.7 To compile and furnish timely monthly reports.
1.8 To compile the quarterly bank’s financial and operational performance report.
1.9 Perform weekly reviews of Internal Audit Action Grid including subsidiaries.
1.10 To ensure accurate and organised documentation of all financial documents arising from work process within one’s area.
1.11 Provide support in the preparation of the financial statements in line with the provisions of the Companies Act, Listing rules, Company policies and other relevant provision.
1.12 Any other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.

Job Requirements
Minimum level of academic and professional qualifications required to perform effectively in the role:

Grade Twelve or Equivalent with Credits or Better in Five Subjects, Mathematics and English.

Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent Professional qualification in the related field (ACCA/ZICA/CIMA)
Relevant Professional Membership
Relevant Professional Certification

Skills and competencies ·

Technical
Accounting and Computer skills
Functional
Behavioral
Communication and interpersonal skills.
Analytical skills

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum number of months or years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position
Not less than 3 Years Work experience in a busy and complex work environment experience in a similar Position

ATTACHING ZAMBIA QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (ZAQA) CERTIFIED TERTIARY AND GCE OR EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS IS MANDATORY. APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED NOT LATER THAN THURSDAY 27TH NOVEMBER 2025.