Vacancy title:
Finance Assistant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Zambeef Products Plc

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, September 15 2025

Duty Station:
Zambia | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 4 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Finance Assistant shall, at all times during the term of employment, perform the following duties and responsibilities in support of Good Neighbors Zambia’s operations:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with the organization’s accounting system and procedures.
• Provide regular financial and progress reports to the Finance Manager, reflecting the overall financial status of the organization.
• Ensure all financial documentation is complete and properly authorized before processing any payments.
• Supervise the recording and safekeeping of all detailed financial transactions.
• Ensure timely payment of insurance premiums and other employee benefits

• Safeguard all cash, petty cash, and other cash-related items in compliance with internal controls
• Maintain daily records in the cash and bank books and reconcile actual cash balances with recorded figures.
• Prepare payment vouchers, petty cash vouchers, and receipt vouchers in line with financial guidelines.
• Ensure that all incoming funds are receipted using official receipts.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, produce financial statements, maintain financial databases, and ensure timely submission of reports to the Finance Manager and Country Director.
• Support day-to-day financial operations & functions, record keeping, and documentation.
• Compile financial data, process journal entries, and reconcile financial reports and statements.
• Monitor project and program revenues and expenditures to ensure financial efficiency and budget compliance.
• Assist in the preparation and management of the annual operating budget and program-specific budgets in collaboration with the Finance Manager and Country Director
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Finance Manager from time to time

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• Bachelor’s Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance
• ZICA Licentiate or equivalent professional qualification (added advantage).
• At least 1–2 years of practical experience in accounting, finance, or a related role.
• Experience working with NGOs or donor-funded projects will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Pastel, or similar).
• Good understanding of Zambian tax laws and statutory obligations (PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA, VAT, etc.).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and record keeping.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Team player with a proactive and positive attitude.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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