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Job Title: Accountant – Reporting
Grade: P7
Unit/Section: Finance.
Reporting Line: Financial Accountant – Reporting.
Type of Employment: Permanent and Pensionable.
Station: Head Office.
Purpose of Role
The Zambia Postal Services Corporation Accountant – Reporting overall purpose is to ensure that the books are balanced, tax obligations are covered, and that the Corporation is able to make confident business decisions based on sound financial data.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
- Ensures that all financial transactions uploaded/ recorded into the accounting system meet the requirements of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Assists in the preparation of Interim Financial statements in line with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Recommends financial actions to be taken by management after analyzing accounting options.
- Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
- Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and resolving queries.
- Secures financial information by completing database backups.
- Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
- Responding to accounting procedure queries by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
- Ensures compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation and enforcing adherence to requirements.
- Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
- To carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned.
Personal Attributes and Skills
- Detail oriented with technical aptitude and ability to perform function effectively.
- Capacity to work under pressure prioritizes multi tasks and meet deadlines.
- High personal standards of professionalism, trustworthiness and high level of integrity.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data.
- High levels of personal organization to ensure timely and accurate reports.
- Proficiency in accounting software and systems.
- Knowledge of financial controls and banking regulations
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across teams.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Full Grade Twelve (12) certificate with at least a credit in English and Mathematics.
- Professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, and ZICA) is a must.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field will be an added advantage.
- Two to three years proven experience as an Accountant – Reporting.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting standards.
- Experience in financial systems and reporting tools.
Mode of application
Interested candidates should submit hard copies of their application letters, copies of academic & professional qualifications and detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating a minimum of three (3) traceable referees through EMS to the address below:
The Senior Manager Human Resources
Zambia Post Services Corporation Headquarters
P.O Box 71845
17/18 Arusha Street
NDOLA
Closing Date: Monday 27th January, 2025.
Zampost is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all that
qualify to apply regardless, of age, sex, or ethnic background.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.