JOB ADVERTISEMENT

WONDERFUL GROUP OF COMPANIES LIMITED

Plot 5493 Great East Road Lusaka [email protected] 0211 289655

Job Title: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Location: Lusaka, Zambia Employment Type: Full-Time

Position: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

The Financial Accountant will oversee daily accounting activities, manage financial reporting, ensure compliance with statutory tax regulations, and assist with budget management and auditing processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills and precision to maintain robust financial governance and drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Own the books and deliver accurate financials.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements per IFRS.

• Maintain and reconcile GL, trial balance, fixed asset register.

• Deliver management accounts by the 5th with variance analysis.

2. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Keep company 100% compliant, zero penalty.

• File and remit VAT, PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA, WHT, Income Tax on time.

• Ensure full ZRA compliance and handle ZRA audits.

• Update management on changes in tax laws.

3. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Control cash in and cash out.

• Verify supplier invoices vs LPOs/GRNs, schedule payments, reconcile suppliers.

• Issue customer invoices, follow up debtors, maintain aging report.

• Enforce credit policy.

4. Cash Flow Management

• Protect and track company cash daily.

• Daily cash flow monitoring and weekly treasury forecast.

• Bank reconciliations for all accounts.

5. Audit & Internal Controls

• Build strong controls and be audit-ready.

• Prepare audit schedules for internal/external audits.

• Enforce approval matrix, segregation of duties, and documentation.

• Detect and report irregularities/fraud.

6. Cost Accounting & Budget Support

• Track costs and support profitability.

• Assist in annual budget and forecasts.

• Track production costs, inventory valuation, stock counts.

• Analyse cost overruns and advise on cost saving & cost-control initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelor or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ZICA, or equivalent) is required.

Membership: Active membership with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing, mining or relevant industry.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software/ERPs (e.g., SAP, Sage, Pastel, or QuickBooks) and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.

Competencies: High ethical standards, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

– Worked in muti-culture company is a plus

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements please send their updated CV to us.

Send your Resume and a Cover Letter: [email protected]

CLOSING DATE: 17TH OCTOBER, 2026