Job description : The accountant will be responsible for providing financial and administrative support to ensure efficient and effective financial operation, enabling the organization to achieve its financial strategic objectives.
key responsibilities: responsibilities will include maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with Zambian tax laws, preparing financial reports, managing payroll, and assisting with audits, also responsible for tasks like accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and managing petty cash, while also providing financial analysis to support business decisions.
Financial reporting and analysis
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Record and manage financial transactions, ensuring all are properly coded and documented.
- Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and provide insights to management.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
Compliance and auditing
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns, including VAT, income tax, and PAYE, NHIMA,NAPSA and exemption claims and process.
- Ensure the company complies with all statutory obligations and financial policies.
- Assist with coordinating internal and external audits and preparing responses to audit queries.
Day-to-day accounting
- Process payroll, including calculating and withholding all applicable taxes and social payments.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices and ensuring timely payments.
- Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies. ensuring all requisitions are approved and retired with supporting documents.
Other responsibilities
- Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial accuracy.
- Work with various software, such as accounting systems and Microsoft Excel, to complete tasks.
- Communicate and liaise with external stakeholders like auditors and tax authorities and managing petty cash, while also providing financial analysis to support business decisions.
Qualifications and Experience
- minimum of Diploma or degree in accounting or ACCA,CIMA,ZICA.
- At least 2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
All applications must reach Gas Connect Zambia on or before 30th November 2025.Only successful candidates will be contacted
Interested candidates meeting the above specifications are encouraged to submit an application letter and attach copies of educational and professional certificates, National Registration Card and curriculum vitae send to info@gasconnectzambia.com
