Accountant

Job description

JOB VACANCY: ACCOUNTANT

Position Title: Accountant

Duty Station: Gwembe District, Southern Province, Zambia

Reports To: Programs Coordinator

Contract Type: part-time (1-Year Fixed Term, Renewable based on performance and funding)

Application Deadline: September 11, 2026

ABOUT US

Gwembe Women’s Lobby (GWL), a chapter of the Zambia National Women’s Lobby (ZNWL) is a local community-based non-governmental organization dedicated to advancing gender equality, enhancing women’s participation in decision-making platforms, and supporting socio-economic empowerment across Gwembe District. With decades of experience advocating for women’s rights, GWL has become a trusted partner for local communities, government institutions, and development stakeholders.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and integrity-driven Accountant to manage our day-to-day financial operations, donor grant accounting, statutory compliance and financial reporting. The accountant will ensure robust internal controls and maintain financial transparency to support the implementation of our community programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, bank reconciliations, and budget variance reports in accordance with organizational policies and donor standards.
• Grant & Donor Accounting: Track grant disbursements, manage project budgets, prepare donor financial reports, and ensure strict compliance with grant agreements.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure timely calculation and remittance of statutory obligations (ZRA, PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA,) and maintain compliance with Zambian financial regulations.
• Payroll & Petty Cash Management: Process monthly payroll, manage petty cash funds, and verify all payment requests and receipts.
• Internal Controls & Audit Preparation: Maintain sound internal financial control systems, safeguard assets, and lead preparations for internal and external financial audits.
• Budgeting Support: Assist management and project teams in formulating annual operational budgets and grant proposal budgets.

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent (ZICA, ACCA, or CIMA Level 2/Licentiate).
• Professional Membership: Paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably within the NGO/CSO sector managing donor funds.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Dove Payroll System, Pastel) and Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills).
• Knowledge: Sound understanding of Zambian tax laws, statutory requirements, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS/IPSAS).

KEY COMPETENCIES

• High level of personal and professional integrity.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and numerical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a rural district setting with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment principles.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application package consisting of:

1. A cover letter detailing relevant experience and motivation for the role.
2. A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three traceable professional references.
3. Copies of academic and professional qualifications, including a current ZICA membership certificate.

Send your application via email to gwembewomenlobby@gmail.com or hand-deliver physically to:

The program Coordinator

Gwembe Women’s Lobby Group

Gwembe District Administration

Building Department

Gwembe

P.O BOX 1

Gwembe Women’s Lobby Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates and local residents of Southern Province are strongly encouraged to apply.