Accountant

Job description

JOB ADVERT – ACCOUNTANT.

Aller Aqua Zambia Limited invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Accountant. The role reports to the Accounting Manager and will be based at the Aller Aqua Zambia Factory, in Siavonga.

JOB PURPOSE:

The accountant is responsibility for end-to-end processing of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The role ensures timely reviews of ledger entries, reconciliation of sub-ledgers, and resolving variances. The role also is responsible for providing support in financial statement preparation, audit schedules, and budget forecasting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring everything from ledgers to bank statements is accurately managed.
Preparing monthly and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Monitor the accounts receivable process, issuing invoices, collecting payments, and reconciling accounts
Supporting tax filings and ensuring we stay compliant with Zambian tax regulations.
Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
Assist with reconciliation of accounts and supporting internal and external audits.
Monitoring cash flow and managing accounts payable/receivable to keep the business running smoothly.
Providing insightful financial analysis to guide business decisions.
Effective and diligent monitoring of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets.
Collaborating with different departments to ensure seamless financial operations.
Ensure that all financial records are properly kept and recorded in the books of accounts.
Assist in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliations.
Participate in the monthly stock take.
Carry out other accounting and financial management tasks as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Full Grade Twelve School Certificate (GCE)
Bachelor’s degree plus final/studying ACCA, CIMA, or ZICA, or a full professional qualification in ACCA, CIMA, or ZICA.
Familiarity with Zambian tax regulations, IFRS, and feed production cost structures.
Excellent knowledge of accounting packages
Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Minimum of four (4) years relevant working experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates meeting these requirements should apply to the Human Resources Manager, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF Format to the email careers@aller-aqua.co.zm with the subject Tagline of the position e.g. ACCOUNTANT.

* Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. *

Aller Aqua Zambia (L) is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.