ACCOUNTANT

Job description

Job Title: Accountant (with Administrative & Business Development Responsibilities)

Location: Chipata, Eastern Province, Zambia

Company: Utopia Eye Opticians

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Management

About Us

Utopia Eye Opticians is a reputable and growing eye care provider based in Chipata, dedicated to delivering quality optical services and products. We are looking for a versatile and self-driven Accountant to join our team and help drive both financial integrity and business growth.

Job Purpose

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring full compliance with statutory obligations, managing insurance and credit deduction processes, and actively supporting the company’s marketing and sales initiatives. You will also serve as a key liaison with government and partner agencies, including the negotiation and signing of formal agreements.

Key Responsibilities

1)   Financial Management & Reporting; Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts, including ledgers, receipts, and payments. Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow statements, and budget variance reports.

2)   Statutory Compliance; handle all statutory obligations: compute and remit taxes to the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA), process NAPSA and NHIMA contributions, and ensure timely submission of all returns. Stay updated on changes in tax and labour laws, advising management accordingly.

3)   Insurance & Credit Control; Follow up insurance payments for clients covered under various medical schemes; reconcile claim statements and resolve billing discrepancies with insurers. Manage salary deduction arrangements for clients accessing services on credit, submitting accurate deduction schedules to partner banks and maintaining client repayment records.

4)   Partnership & Agency Liaison; Draft, review, and sign Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and service-level agreements with government ministries, corporate clients, and other agencies. Represent the company in meetings with external stakeholders, ensuring all partnership documentation is properly executed and filed.

5)   Marketing & Sales Support; actively contribute to the promotion of optical products and services, both in-house and in the field. Identify new sales opportunities, assist in developing marketing materials, and participate in community outreach and corporate eye-care campaigns to grow the client base. Track marketing and sales performance, providing periodic reports to management.

6)   General Administration; Safeguard company assets by maintaining proper records and internal controls. Support procurement processes and inventory monitoring of optical supplies where needed.

Qualifications and Experience

1)   Minimum Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree or professional qualification (ZICA, ACCA, and CIMA) will be a strong advantage.

2)   2 to 3 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a health service, insurance, or retail environment.

3)   Sound knowledge of Zambian tax regulations and statutory bodies (ZRA, NAPSA, NHIMA, WCFCB).

4)   Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with medical aid billing systems is a plus.

Key Competencies

a)   Integrity and confidentiality; ability to handle sensitive financial and client information ethically.

b)   Commercial awareness; a genuine interest in sales and marketing, with the confidence to promote services to clients and partners.

c)   Negotiation and communication skills; able to draft and sign MOUs, deal with insurance providers, and build lasting relationships with government agencies.

d)   Organizational and time management skills; capable of balancing routine accounting duties with external business development activities.

e)   Problem-solving mindset; proactive in resolving claims, deduction disputes, and compliance issues.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their Cover letter and detailed CV, and copies of relevant certificates to:

Email: hrcs360@gmail.com

Subject line: “Application – Accountant, Chipata”

Deadline: 14th August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Utopia Eye Opticians is an equal opportunity employer. Chipata Residents are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.