Senior Accountant

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on senior Accountant to join our dynamic team and take full responsibility for the financial management and compliance

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management & Reporting

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.

Reconcile general ledger accounts and oversee month-end and year-end close processes Ensure compliance with internal policies, IFRS, and tax regulations.

Provide financial analysis and insight to management to support strategic decisions.

2. Cost & Revenue Accounting

Track and analyze operational costs (fuel, maintenance, freight, warehousing, etc.).

Reconcile trip sheets and match income to trips undertaken.

Monitor revenue recognition from transport, logistics, warehousing, and clearing services.

Support profitability analysis by route, customer, and fleet.

3. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

Supervise AP and AR functions, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments.

Ensure vendor and customer account reconciliations are up to date.

Review aging reports and follow up on outstanding receivables.

4. Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Monitor budget performance and explain variances.

5. Tax & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with ZRA and other statutory bodies (e.g., NAPSA, NHIMA).

Prepare and file VAT, Withholding Tax, PAYE, and Income Tax returns.

Liaise with external auditors and tax authorities as needed.

6. Asset & Fleet Accounting

Maintain fixed asset register and ensure accurate depreciation

Track capital expenditures (e.g., for trucks, trailers, workshop equipment).

Work with operations team to reconcile fleet performance with financial records.

7. Internal Controls & Risk Management

Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize financial integrity.

Identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.

8. Team Supervision

Oversee junior accountants and clerks.

Provide training and support to the finance team.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA Zambia, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage)
2. Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar accounting role, preferably within the hospitality or real estate industry
3. Strong knowledge of Zambian tax laws and statutory filing procedures (ZRA, NAPSA, NHIMA)
4. Proven ability to manage multi-entity accounting in a growing organization
5. Proficient in any accounting software
6. Excellent attention to detail, integrity, and communication skills

Method of Application
Please send your CV and cover letter to email with subject line: Application – Accountant. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.