Accountant

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position                       :           Accountant
Duty station                :           Livingstone District
Closing date                :           26th May 2025
Mode of application    :           Online via the provided email

 

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Greenstretch Consultants Limited (GCL) is a duly registered entity in the Republic of Zambia specializing in the provision of environmental consulting and waste management services. GCL was incorporated in 2018 under the Companies Act No. 10 of 2017 of the laws of Zambia with the Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) as a private company limited by shares, Registration No. 120180003782. The company is headquartered in Livingstone District of Southern Province, located on Plot No. 1411, Sambono Road, Cold Storage Area.

Zambia is experiencing an increase in the volume of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This is referred to as e-waste, the term that is used to cover all types of WEEE. E-waste, is exacerbated by the high-level demand for electronic gadgets and subsequent influx of second-hand equipment from developed countries, many of which are old, near or at end of life.

With the lack of the needed investment, recycling technologies and facilities to adequately handle e-waste in an environmentally sound manner, e-waste is currently either landfilled, dumped illegally or burnt in Zambia. E-waste contains large amounts of heavy metals and other toxic chemicals such as lead, mercury, cadmium and brominated flame retardants, which when released into the environment due to inappropriate disposal, pose significant adverse environmental health risks to the local communities.

To address the continued e-waste challenges in Zambia, Greenstretch Consultants Limited (GCL) intends to establish and operate an electronic and electrical waste (e-waste) recovery, collection, transportation, dismantling, storage and processing facility in Livingstone District. This project will be implemented through the support of the African Environmental Health Pollution Management Project (EHPMP) Grant Scheme, to help address the environmental health risks and impacts associated with e-waste management in Zambia. Setting up an e-waste facility is a solution to the e-waste challenges that Zambia is facing today due to increased human population, urbanization and economic activities.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an equal opportunity employer, Greenstretch Consultants Limited (GCL) is URGENTLY looking for a suitably qualified, dynamic and self-motivated Zambian national to fill the position of Accountant. The ideal candidate must be preferably residing in Livingstone where the project is being implemented.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
Recording financial transactions, including revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, & equity.
Managing accounts payable and receivable
Processing payroll
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations
Managing and reconciling the company’s general ledger accounts
Preparing and posting journal entries for financial transactions
Performing month-end and year-end close processes
Analyzing financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations
Collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions
Ensuring accurate and timely filing of Tax Returns in adherence to Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) regulations
Managing social securities and health insurance contributions
Using the e-Government Procurement System (e-GP)
Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounting processes.
To perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

 

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION

The suitable candidate will ensure all procurement activities comply with the World Bank procurement regulations as well as the Zambian policies, requirements, and regulatory standards relating to procurement of goods, services and works.

Experience: Proven experience in accounting or related financial roles.  At least five (5) years plus in accounting

Education level:

Full grade twelve school certificate
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Level 2 (ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia)

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Focus: Ensuring accurate record-keeping, tax compliance, and financial health through audits, reports, and budgeting, while also providing financial advice

Other requirements: ZICA membership is mandatory for this position

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Duty station:   Livingstone, Zambia
Apply via email provided (greenstretchc@gmail.com)

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Three (3) traceable references with their mobile numbers and emails
Send application with all required credentials via email address provided

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested persons must send their application letters attaching a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 3 traceable references and copies of education certificates and qualifications to the email address greenstretchc@gmail.com not later than 26th May 2025.

 

NOTE THE FOLLOWING

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
No hardcopy application will be accepted
Greenstretch serves the right to cancel or extend this job opportunity at anytime