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Financial Accountant

Wonderful Group of Companies Limited
📍 LusakaCDI🗓️ 1 day ago

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Lusaka
CDI

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WONDERFUL GROUP OF COMPANIES LIMITED — JOB ADVERTISEMENT Plot 5493 Great East Road, Lusaka | Position: Financial Accountant (Full-Time) Wonderful Group of Companies Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and detail-oriented professionals to fill the position of Financial Accountant based at our offices in Lusaka, Zambia. Role Summary: The Financial Accountant will oversee daily accounting activities, manage financial reporting, ensure full compliance with statutory tax regulations, and assist with budget management and auditing processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills and precision to maintain robust financial governance and drive operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger: Own the books of accounts and deliver accurate financial records. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS. Maintain and reconcile the General Ledger (GL), trial balance, and fixed asset register. Deliver timely monthly management accounts by the 5th of every month with comprehensive variance analysis. 2. Taxation & Statutory Compliance: Keep the company 100% tax compliant with zero penalties. File and remit VAT, PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA, Withholding Tax (WHT), and Corporate Income Tax strictly on time. Ensure full Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) compliance and manage ZRA tax audits effectively. Update executive management promptly on changes in Zambian tax laws and fiscal regulations. 3. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Control cash in and cash out operations. Verify supplier invoices against Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and Goods Received Notes (GRNs), schedule payments, and reconcile supplier ledgers. Issue accurate customer invoices, follow up proactively with debtors, and maintain up-to-date aging reports. Enforce the company’s credit control policies rigorously. 4. Cash Flow Management: Protect, monitor, and reconcile company cash balances daily. Conduct daily cash flow monitoring and prepare weekly treasury forecasts. Perform regular bank reconciliations for all company operating accounts. 5. Audit & Internal Controls: Build strong financial internal controls and ensure the department is audit-ready at all times. Prepare comprehensive audit schedules and liaise with internal and external auditors. Enforce the company approval matrix, segregation of duties, and rigorous financial documentation. Detect, investigate, and report any financial irregularities or suspected fraud. 6. Cost Accounting & Budget Support: Track operational costs and actively support profitability goals. Assist in preparing annual departmental budgets and financial forecasts. Track manufacturing/production costs, inventory valuation, and participate in periodic stock counts. Analyse cost overruns and advise management on cost-saving and cost-control initiatives. Qualifications & Experience: Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Full professional accounting qualification ( ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia / ZICA , or equivalent) is required. Professional Membership: Active, paid-up membership with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) . Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience , preferably within manufacturing, mining, or relevant industrial sectors. Technical Skills: High proficiency in accounting ERP software (e.g., SAP, Sage, Pastel, or QuickBooks ) and advanced expertise in MS Excel. Competencies: High ethical standards, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a multicultural corporate environment is a distinct advantage.

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