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Financial Accountant
- Post Date:April 1, 2025
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Job Description
To assist the CFO in the day to day operational running of the Finance department and ensure laid down financial processes and procedures are adhered to at all times. The Financial Accountant will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance within the organization.
3.0 Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Financial Management:
- Oversee the financial process, ensuring adherence to internal guidelines and procedures.
- Prepare monthly, interim, and year-end financial reports.
- Coordinate year-end estimates and annual budgets.
- Maintain up-to-date asset registers and accurate transaction records.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for review.
- Continuously improve financial processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- General Responsibilities:
- Manage financial and administrative processes, ensuring robust internal controls.
- Oversee internal and external audits and communicate effectively with finance and admin teams.
- Provide daily cash flow management and business support as needed.
- Debtors Management:
- Process debtors journals and perform monthly reconciliations.
- Complete monthly revenue reconciliations to ensure completeness of revenue reporting.
- Creditors & Expense Management:
- Accurately process and code expenses in the General Ledger for accurate reporting.
- Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to relevant tax and accounting laws, including VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax.
- Prepare quarterly tax computations and file income tax returns.
- Maintain compliance with IFRS and local legislation, completing AFS within four months of the year-end.
Qualifications:
Full Grade 12 School Certificate
Degree in Accountancy: ACCA II, CA Zambia, ZICA Diploma or equivalent qualification.
Minimum of 3 years in a busy commercial environment
Required competencies and personal attributes:
- Working knowledge of Pastel
- Proficiency in MS Excel and experience with finance-related computer applications.
- Honesty and integrity
- Good numeracy skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement.
- Strong understanding of IFRS principles, tax compliance, and financial controls.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interaction across all levels of the organization