Accountant – Microfinance Institution

Job description

Description:

Job Purpose
The Accountant will  manage and process financial transactions, payroll, and reconciliation activities. Assist in maintaining accurate ledgers, processing payments, and contributing to the airline’s financial health. Be responsible for payment processing of all invoices by way of Accounts Payable module within the accounting software system. Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables’ data.

Summary of Key Responsibilities;

Compiling and presenting reports, budgets, business plans, commentaries and financial statements
Providing tax planning services based on current legislation
Oversee financial forecasting and risk analysis
Reviewing and managing the effectiveness of internal controls and ensuring strict adherence to the compliance requirements of the business entities;
Development of the business strategic plans including forecasts and budgets through
engagement of the various stakeholders of the business;
Process various payments, including salaries, wages, housing allowances, rents, utility bills, petty cash reports, hotel bills, and interdivisional payments.
Prepare and Manage balance sheets, profit/loss statements and other financial reports
Publish financial statements in time
Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity status
Audit financial transactions and documents
Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
Comply with financial policies and regulations
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and generally accepted accounting procedures
Oversee debt management
Handle correspondences and queries related to financial transactions and reports, ensuring timely responses and issue resolution.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing the required documentation and supporting auditors in reviewing the company’s financial records.
Monitor and control daily sales reports, verifying that all cash collections are correctly deposited and that reconciliations are completed.
Performing other duties that may be assigned to you by the FM/CEO,

Required Skills and Attributes

Attention to detail
Excellent Analytical Skills
Able to work independently
Ability to plan and prioritize
Self-motivated, energetic individual who works well in a demanding environment
Trustworthy
High Integrity and Ethical Standards
Problem-Solving Abilities
Good communication skills
Result-oriented
Good leadership skills
Primary Areas of Accountability:

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Full professional qualification in CA Zambia, ACCA or CIMA
Must have a minimum of 4-6 of accounting experience in a microfinance institution.
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), and payroll systems.
Must be well-vested with the Zambian Tax and Compliance Requirements
Must be a member of ZICA

QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

If you meet the minimum hiring requirements for the above position, please email your CV and Cover letter clearly stating your salary expectations to jobs@bemconsult.com and copy-in bemconsult8@gmail.com

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