Background

The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body created by the Energy Regulation Act No. 12 of 2019 to regulate Zambia’s energy sector. The ERB is looking to hire qualified and experienced Zambian nationals to fill the position of Assistant Accountant to be based at its Head Office in Lusaka and Regional Office (Kasama or Livingstone).

Job Purpose

Responsible for various accounting tasks, ranging from maintaining financial records to providing support to the smooth functioning of accounting department and the overall financial health of the Energy Regulation Board.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring submission of Revenue Returns and payments for energy sector Funds
• Pursue collection of unpaid amounts
• Reconcile debtor accounts and prepare debtor reports
• Conduct revenue compliance audits and prepare reports
• Process supplier payments and staff payments
• Perform supplier reconciliations
• Perform monthly Bank reconciliations

Required Skills

• Technical Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable.
• Software Proficiency: High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets) and Word and Accounting software packages
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, detect discrepancies, and perform reconciliations.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Having a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial records and a high level of precision for data entry.
• Numerical Ability: Strong mathematical skills for performing calculations and verifying figures.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills: Effectively managing time and ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines for daily, monthly, or yearly reporting.
• Communication Skills and interpersonal skills: Possessing strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders. Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Integrity and Ethics: High integrity and professionalism, trustworthy and discreet when dealing with confidential information.
• Problem-solving ability: Demonstrating problem-solving skills to resolve accounting issues or discrepancies.
• Teamwork and collaboration: Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals.
• Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and accounting processes.
• Integrity and ethics: Maintaining a high level of integrity and adhering to ethical standards in financial practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 School Certificate (with 5 credits or better) or equivalent
• A diploma in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification or part qualified ACCA/ CIMA
• A degree in Accountancy and or Full ACCA/ CIMA, ZICA (CA) will be an added advantage
• Paid up Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• At least two (2) years post qualifying work experience in a Finance department
• Verification of all qualifications by ZAQA is required

• Monitoring submission of Revenue Returns and payments for energy sector Funds
• Pursue collection of unpaid amounts
• Reconcile debtor accounts and prepare debtor reports
• Conduct revenue compliance audits and prepare reports
• Process supplier payments and staff payments
• Perform supplier reconciliations
• Perform monthly Bank reconciliations

• Technical Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable.
• Software Proficiency: High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets) and Word and Accounting software packages
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, detect discrepancies, and perform reconciliations.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Having a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial records and a high level of precision for data entry.
• Numerical Ability: Strong mathematical skills for performing calculations and verifying figures.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills: Effectively managing time and ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines for daily, monthly, or yearly reporting.
• Communication Skills and interpersonal skills: Possessing strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders. Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Integrity and Ethics: High integrity and professionalism, trustworthy and discreet when dealing with confidential information.
• Problem-solving ability: Demonstrating problem-solving skills to resolve accounting issues or discrepancies.
• Teamwork and collaboration: Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals.
• Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and accounting processes.
• Integrity and ethics: Maintaining a high level of integrity and adhering to ethical standards in financial practices.

• Grade 12 School Certificate (with 5 credits or better) or equivalent
• A diploma in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification or part qualified ACCA/ CIMA
• A degree in Accountancy and or Full ACCA/ CIMA, ZICA (CA) will be an added advantage
• Paid up Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• At least two (2) years post qualifying work experience in a Finance department
• Verification of all qualifications by ZAQA is required