Job description

About SGC Investments Limited

SGC Investments Limited, a professional company which deals with global transportation, Fuels, Kwikmarts and Logistics service company, we provide our clients with a wide range of tailor-made solutions services to aim at exceeding our clients’ expectations. Dreaming big is in our DNA hence we give our employees a sense of pride and that of belonging to one of the biggest brand in Southern Africa.

The Fuels Divisions is Recruiting for the following Position:

1.    Accounts Assistant

To be based in Lusaka

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The accounts assistant is responsible for providing administrative and technical support to the Tax Officer by maintaining accurate tax records, preparing schedules and reconciliations, processing

tax-related documentation, and assisting in the preparation and submission of statutory tax

returns. The role ensures compliance with applicable tax legislation and supports the

organization in meeting all statutory obligations within prescribed deadlines.

Core Duties

 Prepare schedules supporting VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Tax,

PAYE, Rental Income Tax, Turnover Tax, and any other applicable taxes.

 Compile and reconcile tax data from the accounting system before submission.

 Verify the accuracy and completeness of tax-related transactions recorded in the

accounting system.

 Assist in the preparation, computation, reconciliation, and submission of industry-

specific statutory returns, including the Uniform Pump Pricing (UPP), Strategic

Reserve Fund (SRF), Transport Equalization (TE), Price Stabilization (PS), and

Fuel Marking Fees.

 Prepare supporting schedules and reconcile sales volumes, import data, and

other relevant information required for UPP, Strategic Reserve Fund, Transport

equalization, Price Stabilization, and Marking Fee returns.

 Assist in reconciling tax accounts with the general ledger.

 Reconcile statutory receivable and payable accounts.

 Monitor tax payment due dates and maintain a tax compliance calendar.

 Prepare payment schedules for taxes and statutory levies due and submit them

for approval.

SGC INVESTMENT LIMITED

 Download and archive tax acknowledgements, payment confirmations, and

statutory receipts from the relevant online portals.

 Maintain proper filing (electronic and physical) of tax returns, statutory returns,

payment receipts, tax assessments, and correspondence.

 Assist in responding to tax queries raised by the Zambia Revenue Authority

(ZRA), the Energy Regulation Board (ERB), and other regulatory authorities.

 Prepare schedules and supporting documentation required during tax audits,

regulatory inspections, assessments, reconciliations, and compliance reviews.

 Assist in gathering documentation for tax objections, appeals, reconciliations,

and regulatory correspondence.

 Ensure all invoices and supporting documents comply with statutory tax

requirements.

 Maintain accurate records of Smart Invoicing transactions and assist in resolving

Smart Invoice discrepancies.

 Liaise with internal departments to obtain documents required for tax compliance

and statutory reporting.

 Maintain confidentiality of all tax, statutory, and financial information.

 Perform any other duties assigned by the Tax Accountant.

Qualifications

 ZICA Technician, Diploma in Accountancy, Taxation, Bachelors of accountancy

or a related field.

 Minimum of one (1) year experience in accounting, taxation, or finance is an

added advantage.

Knowledge and Skills

 Basic knowledge of Zambia tax laws and statutory requirements.

 Understanding of VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Corporate Income Tax, and

Rental Income Tax.

 Knowledge of the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) online systems is an added

advantage.

 Familiarity with Smart Invoicing processes is desirable.

 Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software.

 Good analytical and numerical skills.

 Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

 Good communication and interpersonal skills.

 Ability to work under pressure and meet statutory deadlines.

 High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Excellent analytical and numerical abilities

Good communication skills

Strong attention to details

Team player

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS

• Interested persons should send their applications and CV’s on or before 27th August 2026  to:

The Human Resource Manager

SGC Investment Limited

Zambia Way Industrial Area

P.O Box 230135

Ndola

Ndola 

Or

Email address: [email protected]