Position: Accountant

Location: Lusaka (Hybrid – Office & Remote)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 23rd November 2025

Contract Type: Permanent & Pensionable

Our client, a well-established company in the cement retail sector, is seeking a skilled Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced in finance systems, compliance, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

·      Maintain accurate financial records and post daily transactions in ERP

·      Prepare monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements

·      Process payroll and ensure timely statutory deductions (PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA,)

·      Submit statutory returns and renew insurance policies on schedule

·      Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations

·      Support internal and external audits with timely documentation

·      Assist in cash flow forecasting and financing applications

·      Strengthen financial and inventory control system.

Qualifications & Experience

·      Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

·      ACCA, CIMA, or ZICA (full or part-qualified).

·      Member of ZICA

·      3–5 years’ accounting experience.

·      Strong knowledge of Zambian tax laws.

·      Proficient in Excel and ERP systems (Odoo is an advantage)

Core Competencies

·      High attention to detail and analytical skills

·      Ability to meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision

·      Strong interpersonal and communication abilities

·      Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

·      A mindset for process improvement and automation