Background

Elara Development Corporation Limited, a prominent Chinese real estate company specializing in the development and management of residential and commercial properties in Zambia, is seeking a qualified and experienced Tax Accountant to join its team in Lusaka. This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in tax accounting within a dynamic industry environment.

Position Overview

Company: Elara Development Corporation Limited

Location: Ibex Salama Park, Lusaka, Zambia

Job Type: Full Time

Reporting To: Finance Manager

Positions Available: 1

Probation Period: 3 Months

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain daily accounting entries in compliance with Zambian accounting standards and IFRS, preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Manage tax processes including filing and payments for VAT, CIT, WHT, PAYE, property tax, and transfer tax.
• Review tax compliance of contractors and suppliers, process Withholding Tax certificates, and pursue VAT refunds.
• Handle development cost accounting and manage input VAT carry forwards.
• Oversee monthly and quarterly NAPSA and NHIMA filings and payments.
• Stay informed on changes to Zambian tax legislation and advise the Finance Manager accordingly.
• Manage Smart Invoice invoicing, data uploads, and related Zambia Revenue Authority e-invoicing matters.
• Coordinate with external accounting firms to support annual audits.
• Represent the company before the Zambia Revenue Authority and assist with compliance matters involving ZDA, PACRA, and CSO.
• Reconcile accounts in collaboration with the Chinese Finance Manager and support cash management and budget execution.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.
• Mandatory ZICA Graduate Membership.
• Additional qualifications such as ZICA Licentiate, ACCA, or CIMA are advantageous.
• Minimum of four years full-time accounting experience within construction, industrial, or mining sectors is required; candidates without this sector-specific experience will not be considered.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Zambian tax laws and filing procedures.
• Proficiency in accounting software, including Smart Invoice, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with the Zambia Revenue Authority, banks, and external accounting firms.
• Capacity to work efficiently with a Chinese management team and perform under pressure.
• Integrity, professionalism, and trustworthiness are essential.
• Must be based in Lusaka or willing to relocate and able to start immediately.

• Maintain daily accounting entries in compliance with Zambian accounting standards and IFRS, preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Manage tax processes including filing and payments for VAT, CIT, WHT, PAYE, property tax, and transfer tax.
• Review tax compliance of contractors and suppliers, process Withholding Tax certificates, and pursue VAT refunds.
• Handle development cost accounting and manage input VAT carry forwards.
• Oversee monthly and quarterly NAPSA and NHIMA filings and payments.
• Stay informed on changes to Zambian tax legislation and advise the Finance Manager accordingly.
• Manage Smart Invoice invoicing, data uploads, and related Zambia Revenue Authority e-invoicing matters.
• Coordinate with external accounting firms to support annual audits.
• Represent the company before the Zambia Revenue Authority and assist with compliance matters involving ZDA, PACRA, and CSO.
• Reconcile accounts in collaboration with the Chinese Finance Manager and support cash management and budget execution.

• Proficiency in accounting software, including Smart Invoice
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
• Ability to coordinate effectively with the Zambia Revenue Authority, banks, and external accounting firms
• Capacity to work efficiently with a Chinese management team and perform under pressure
• Integrity, professionalism, and trustworthiness

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.
• Mandatory ZICA Graduate Membership.
• Additional qualifications such as ZICA Licentiate, ACCA, or CIMA are advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Zambian tax laws and filing procedures.