Accountant

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Regularly reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
Compute taxes and prepare tax returns in accordance with Zambian tax laws.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
Ensure adherence to Zambian accounting standards and financial regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

Full Grade 12 Certificate
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a similar industry.
ACCA or ZICA certification is an advantage.
Proficient in Sage 200 and advanced MS Excel skills.
Strong understanding of Zambian tax laws and accounting standards.
Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of relevant certifications to ARMAGUARD SECURITY LIMITED PLOT NO. 730/731 CHACHACHA ROAD, LUSAKA or send your full application to hr4@armaguard.co.zm as ONE PDF DOCUMENT.

Application should be addressed to:

The Group Human Resource Manager
Armaguard Security Limited
Cha Cha Cha Road
P.O Box 30179
Lusaka, Zambia

Closing date of receiving applications will be 20 JUNE, 2025.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.