Assistant Accountant Fixed Assets

Job description

At MTN Zambia, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood, and empowered to live an inspired life.  

Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA. 

As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us. 

Our commitments go beyond organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realize our shared goals.  

We are delighted that you are considering us as your career partner to make a mark in the world. We look forward to your application. 

Job Title: Assistant Accountant Fixed Assets 

The key responsibilities for this role include but not limited to the following: 

• Maintain an accurate and up‑to‑date fixed asset register in line with MTN Zambia accounting policies. 
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of asset acquisitions, disposals, impairments, and decommissioning costs. 
• Apply correct depreciation methods, rates, and residual values in accordance with IAS/IFRS. 
• Monitor and report on capital expenditure (CAPEX), ensuring proper classification and capitalization. 
• Obtain and manage Capital Acceptance Certificates for qualifying capital expenditure. 
• Prepare monthly fixed asset reconciliations and support financial reporting processes. 
• Provide accurate and timely fixed asset reports for management, audit, and statutory purposes. 
• Support external and internal audits by providing asset‑related schedules and documentation. 
• Coordinate and manage the insurance of company assets in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. 
• Identify and recommend process improvements and automation opportunities within fixed asset accounting. 

Candidate Requirements 

• Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must 
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or professional qualification (ZICA, AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or equivalent 
• Minimum of 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in fixed assets or capital expenditure accounting  
• Working knowledge of IFRS / IAS and accounting standards relating to fixed assets  
• Experience in a telecommunications or highly regulated environment is advantageous

Send your application to: jobs.zm@mtn.com 

Candidates are mandated to answer the below on their cover page to the hiring Manager.  

Values are the core of MTN Zambia’s culture. Our five values called ‘Live Y’ello’ is the force that unites and inspires each one of us to make an impact that matters in the world. So, tell us: Which one of our five Live Y’ello Values resonates most with you and why? (limit 250 words) 

• Lead with Care 
• Can-do with Integrity 
• Collaborate with Agility 
• Serve with Respect 
• Act with Inclusion 

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted and the closing date for accepting applications is 27th April 2026. 

“For details on how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at www.mtn.zm/data-privacy-notice-job-applicants.”  

Note: that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.