Junior Accountant

Job description

Location: Bishops Road, Kabulonga, Lusaka, Zambia

Start Date: 1st of June 2026

About MCA Limited Consulting: At MCA Consulting Limited, we help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and non-profit organisations through delivery of accounting, management consulting and insolvency services. Our mission is to bring financial clarity and stability to purpose driven organisations. Our core values are the truth, technical excellence, true partnership and work we can be proud of.

Role Purpose:

• To ensure accurate financial record-keeping and compliance with applicable accounting standards

• To provide timely and reliable financial information for decision making

• To support transparency and accountability in financial operations

• To safeguard client assets through proper documentation and controls

• Ensure compliance with insolvency laws and regulatory frameworks where applicable

• Assist in the orderly resolution of financial distress through restructuring or liquidation

Core Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping and transaction processing

• Communication with various stakeholders

• Recommend financial and process improvement

• Follow ups and timely collection of receivables

• Managing invoices, payments and collections

• Payroll processing

• Budgeting and forecasting support

• Advising clients on insolvency options

• Assessment of client financial position  

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Professional qualification (e.g., ZICA, ACCA – Part qualified or pursuing)
• 1 – 2 years relevant experience (or strong internship background)

Key Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero)
• Good communication and analytical skills
• Able to work under minimal supervision

If you are interested and believe you meet the conditions of this role, please send your CV and Cover Letter to mimakando@mcazambia.com