Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 05 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Musekese Conservation is a Zambian-run NGO dedicated to securing core areas of the Greater Kafue Ecosystem through resource protection, research and monitoring, and community outreach.
Musekese Conservation is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team and contribute to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain proper filing systems for financial documents and records
• Transaction processing on the Banking Platform including data validation & Reconciliations.
• Basic Accounting on Sage Accounting Software
• Perform account reconciliations (bank, general ledger, etc.) and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of trial balances.
• Assist with payroll processing – ensuring payments and deductions are accurate.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws.
• Preparation of statutory returns
• Assist in tracking and managing the company’s fixed assets.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of asset depreciation and disposals.
• Support external audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
• Assist with general administrative tasks within the finance department as needed.
• Perform any other tasks or special projects as assigned by the Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager.

Requirements
To be successful in the role of Finance and Grant Manager you should possess:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, ZICA – CA Application Advanced Diploma in Accountancy Level Or equivalent accounting or finance-related qualification.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Proficient in Sage accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, procedures, financial regulations, and tax laws.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Office, and Excel.

Remuneration
Negotiable based on experience and to be discussed with the successful candidate.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.
• If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity as a Finance and Grant Manager, please submit your CV with a cover letter to info@musekeseconservation.com  with the subject title as follows: [Your full name] Application for Junior Accountant Please also include your earliest possible start date.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
• We appreciate your interest in joining the Musekese Conservation team and contributing to our conservation efforts across the Greater Kafue Ecosystem.

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