We are a Non-Governmental Organization working on the improvement of education, health and financial equity through sustained community engagement, program delivery, technical assistance and education, located in Kitwe.

We seek the services of a Finance & Administrative Officer to undertake the following responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Executive Director, this position will head the finance department, managing accounting systems, systems of internal control, policies, and procedures in compliance with international financial reporting standards, donor regulations, and legal requirements.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts for circulation to the board of directors and donors.
• Preparation of annual and quarterly flexible budgets for variance analysis and cost control.
• Provide operational oversight on data processing and filing of the related documents.
• Accounting systems review, revision and implementation and strengthening systems of internal control.
• Review and approval of all project-related funds requests and acquittals/retirements in line with prevailing policies.
• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations for review and approval by the Executive Director.
• Daily cash flow forecasting to ensure smooth running of operations in conformity with budgetary forecasts and funds availability.
• Ensuring that all monthly statutory obligations and returns are paid and submitted to the relevant statutory authorities before their due dates.
• Managing external audits, preparation of annual audited financial statements and monthly and end-of-project financial reports.
• Excellent supervisory skills and understanding of the labour laws as part of the human resources function.
• Undertake other tasks as and when requested by the Executive Director.

The incumbent is expected to possess the following qualifications: –

• Part ACCA/CIMA, full Natec/ZICA Licentiate
• Minimum 3 years’ experience at middle or senior management level