JOB SUMMARY

An Assistant accountant will assist with and deal with the preparation of accounts, keeping books, dealing with tax matters, and generally maintaining accurate up-to-date financial records.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assistant Accountant is responsible for tasks relating to the preparation and maintenance of financial records as well as finance office administration.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Reconciliation of accounts, that is, supplier ledgers, customer ledgers, and general ledgers
• Maintaining an accurate fixed asset register
• Accurate costing of inventory items and ensuring systems costs are maintained at standard costs
• Ensure that monthly and annual stock take procedures are adhered to.
• Other accounts-related administrative duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Part-qualified CA – Zambia or ACCA or CIMA. Pursuing the final level will be an added advantage

SKILLS

• Must have the ability to work well with numbers, with excellent attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to maintain clear and accurate financial records
• Computer literacy and the ability to use various specialist applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting packages such as Sage 200.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An honest and discreet attitude when dealing with company accounts
• A willingness to undertake professional development
• The ability to work to a deadline
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to (often complex) in-house systems

WORKING CONDITIONS

The candidate works typical office hours, usually Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and Saturdays, 9 am to 1230pm. Most are largely office-based, although s/he may be required to travel. The candidate will report to the Finance Manager as his/her immediate supervisor.

EXPERIENCE

Employers don’t expect the candidate to have a huge amount of relevant experience, but some previous work in an office environment is expected.

CAREER PROGRESSION

The candidate has a good opportunity for career progression and professional development.

• Reconciliation of accounts, that is, supplier ledgers, customer ledgers, and general ledgers
• Maintaining an accurate fixed asset register
• Accurate costing of inventory items and ensuring systems costs are maintained at standard costs
• Ensure that monthly and annual stock take procedures are adhered to.
• Other accounts-related administrative duties may be assigned

• Must have the ability to work well with numbers, with excellent attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to maintain clear and accurate financial records
• Computer literacy and the ability to use various specialist applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting packages such as Sage 200.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An honest and discreet attitude when dealing with company accounts
• A willingness to undertake professional development
• The ability to work to a deadline
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to (often complex) in-house systems

• Part-qualified CA – Zambia or ACCA or CIMA. Pursuing the final level will be an added advantage