Accountant
2025-05-07T15:23:33+00:00
Talent House
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FULL_TIME
Accounting
Accounting & Finance
2025-05-20T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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About Talent House Ltd:
We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain.
About the role:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Intermediate Accountant with 3-5 years of experience to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting expertise, be well-versed in Zambian accounting standards, and have knowledge of cross-border financial regulations. We are looking for a creative, adaptable, and success-driven professional who can contribute to the financial growth and compliance of our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in compliance with Zambian regulations
- Manage tax filings, VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns in accordance with ZRA requirements
- Handle cross-border financial transactions and ensure compliance with international standards
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations
- Assist in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and audit processes
- Collaborate with management to optimize financial performance and cost efficiency
- Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and tax laws
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Must be a registered member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) or an equivalent professional body
- Additional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) will be an advantage
- 3-5 years of hands-on accounting experience in a corporate or auditing environment
- Strong knowledge of Zambian tax laws, IFRS, and GAAP
- Familiarity with cross-border transactions and international accounting principles
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Pastel, SAP)
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
- Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Personal Attributes:
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented
- Creative problem-solver with the ability to adapt to changing regulations
- Self-motivated, hardworking, and success-driven
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Why Join our client?
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing and innovative environment
- Career growth and professional development support
Compensation:
The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in compliance with Zambian regulations Manage tax filings, VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns in accordance with ZRA requirements Handle cross-border financial transactions and ensure compliance with international standards Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations Assist in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting Ensure adherence to internal controls and audit processes Collaborate with management to optimize financial performance and cost efficiency Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and tax laws
Highly analytical and detail-oriented Creative problem-solver with the ability to adapt to changing regulations Self-motivated, hardworking, and success-driven Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Must be a registered member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) or an equivalent professional body Additional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) will be an advantage 3-5 years of hands-on accounting experience in a corporate or auditing environment Strong knowledge of Zambian tax laws, IFRS, and GAAP Familiarity with cross-border transactions and international accounting principles Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Pastel, SAP) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling) Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
JOB-681b7af58d409
Vacancy title:
Accountant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Accounting, Category: Accounting & Finance]
Jobs at:
Talent House
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, May 20 2025
Duty Station:
Kitwe | Kitwe | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 7 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
About Talent House Ltd:
We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain.
About the role:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Intermediate Accountant with 3-5 years of experience to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting expertise, be well-versed in Zambian accounting standards, and have knowledge of cross-border financial regulations. We are looking for a creative, adaptable, and success-driven professional who can contribute to the financial growth and compliance of our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in compliance with Zambian regulations
- Manage tax filings, VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns in accordance with ZRA requirements
- Handle cross-border financial transactions and ensure compliance with international standards
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations
- Assist in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and audit processes
- Collaborate with management to optimize financial performance and cost efficiency
- Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and tax laws
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Must be a registered member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) or an equivalent professional body
- Additional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) will be an advantage
- 3-5 years of hands-on accounting experience in a corporate or auditing environment
- Strong knowledge of Zambian tax laws, IFRS, and GAAP
- Familiarity with cross-border transactions and international accounting principles
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Pastel, SAP)
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
- Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Personal Attributes:
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented
- Creative problem-solver with the ability to adapt to changing regulations
- Self-motivated, hardworking, and success-driven
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Why Join our client?
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing and innovative environment
- Career growth and professional development support
Compensation:
The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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