Accounts Assistant

Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for a full-time position as an Accounts Assistant to be based in Ndola.

DAPP registered in 1990 as a national non-profit association with its headquarters in Ndola on the Copperbelt. The objective of DAPP is, through the implementation of projects, to empower people with knowledge, skills and tools to improve their living conditions.

DAPP seeks to build hope and to make disadvantaged people to stick together to fend for their families and communities. DAPP and the communities work in partnerships for health, water, sanitation and hygiene, child development, primary education, teacher training, human rights, economic empowerment, agriculture and environment through projects.

DAPP has an income generating section that deals in retail of second hand clothes through established shops in various towns and cities across the country. The Accounts Assistant is required for this part of DAPP.

1. Reporting

This position reports to the Assistant Accountant based in Ndola.

2. Job summary/responsibilities

• Checking quality of receipts from the shops
• Assisting in the preparation of periodic cash reconciliations
• Performing reconciliation of reports with the receipts from the shops
• Posting reports into the PASTEL accounting system according to cost codes
• Preparing payroll reconciliations
• Responsible for maintaining petty cash
• Acting as the primary starting point for all internal controls on cash transactions
• Taking responsibility for all assets and project resources in the office
• Assisting in writing monthly reports on the administration of the office

3. Personal Attributes

• High integrity
• Flexibility
• Team player

4. Qualifications and Desired Experience

• Certificate in Accountancy or first level of any professional accounting qualification such as CA Zambia, ACCA and CIMA
• Paid up member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)
• At least 1 year working experience in a busy commercial environment

5. Key skills required

• Working knowledge of Pastel Accounting Software or similar accounting packages
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office applications
• Good interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to learn new systems
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours

6. Application

• Applications with detailed CV and at least 3 referees must be received by 13^th February, 2020.

The cover letter and CV must be one document, and the applicant’s name must be the name of the document.

• Indicate the job title as the subject of your email.
• Do not attach certificates and other documentation at this stage.
• Please submit to these E-mails: [email protected]
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ndola residents are particularly encouraged to apply.