INTRODUCTION

Chengelo School is a premier Christian, International boarding school dedicated to providing world-class education that produces the future leaders of Zambia. Located in a stunning rural setting, our campus boasts a school farm, clinic, and an outstanding Outdoor Education Centre.

We are seeking a highly competent, detail-oriented, and integrity-driven Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a unique opportunity to serve in a community that values Faith, Integrity, Servant-heartedness, Perseverance, Creativity, and Responsibility.

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Accountant supports the Finance Manager in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring effective credit control. The role is central to upholding financial stewardship, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting the School’s operational and strategic objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Credit Control

• Manage and oversee the School’s credit control function
• Monitor student fee accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
• Prepare aged debtor reports and recommend actions to minimise bad debts
• Liaise professionally with parents/guardians regarding fee matters
• Work closely with Admissions and Administration to ensure billing accuracy

General Ledger & Reconciliations

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Reconcile statutory accounts in compliance with local regulatory requirements

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Prepare supporting schedules, variance analyses and reports
• Assist with audits and preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and accounting policies

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CA Zambia, CIMA or equivalent)
• Valid ZICA membership is mandatory

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant accounting experience
• Strong experience in credit control, reconciliations and financial reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to uphold the School’s fee policies with professionalism and firmness

CHRISTIAN ETHOS & QUALITIES

• A committed Christian who supports the mission and values of Chengelo School
• High levels of integrity and professional conduct
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the School community

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

Staff at Chengelo serve out of a sense of calling and are supported with:

• A competitive local salary
• Lunch during term time
• Discounted school fees and local medical cover
• Transport home every two years
• Exceptional opportunities for professional training and development

Chengelo School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory police check, referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to the candidate’s eligibility to engage in activities involving young people.

• Manage and oversee the School’s credit control function
• Monitor student fee accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
• Prepare aged debtor reports and recommend actions to minimise bad debts
• Liaise professionally with parents/guardians regarding fee matters
• Work closely with Admissions and Administration to ensure billing accuracy
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Reconcile statutory accounts in compliance with local regulatory requirements
• Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Prepare supporting schedules, variance analyses and reports
• Assist with audits and preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and accounting policies

• Strong experience in credit control, reconciliations and financial reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to uphold the School’s fee policies with professionalism and firmness

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CA Zambia, CIMA or equivalent)
• Valid ZICA membership is mandatory