Website ExpressCredit Zambia
ExpressCredit is a global consumer finance company operating in Zambia and three surrounding countries, including Namibia, Botswana, and Lesotho.
We operate a multi-channel lending platform for private and government sector employees underserved by mainstream financiers. As a good corporate citizens, our goal is to help people in need of short-term and long-term financial assistance – all of which make a meaningful and lasting impact on the local communities.
ExpressCredit is a game-changer and one of the fastest microlenders in the country. A combination of new technologies, mobile sales, and a network of branches and direct sales positions us well for growth and building a sizeable, well-performing loan portfolio.
We are looking for a suitably qualified, competent, and highly motivated professional based in Lusaka or able to self- relocate to fill the position of Senior Accountant.
Summary Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain financial information and statements
- Ensure timely closure of accounting months preparation of monthly financial reports.
- Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded timely and accurately
- Perform regular (Monthly) reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts and financial records
- Ensure fixed assets registers are accurately maintained to provide and accurate record of company assets
- Ensure that physical checks on assets locations are done and all assets are tagged for ease of reference
- Ensure fixed asset reconciliations of on asset sub-ledger to general ledger to provide correct fixed asset records
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, including tax laws and reporting requirements
- Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company financial assets
- Support and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring smooth completion of audits
- General tax administration (Preparation of monthly statutory returns PAYE WHT NAPSA, NHIMA etc.
- Support preparation of company income tax
- Process payments to suppliers and other creditors accurately and timely.
- Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating payment terms and resolving payment disputes
- To ensure that all financial accounting transactions are in accordance with company policies and IFRS
- To effectively manage junior staff to ensure that they carry out their duties
- Proactively oversee maintenance and improvement of general ledger through routine reconciliations.
- Assist in the implementation of new financial systems or software as required
