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JOB ADVERT Job Position : Finance Officer Organization: Living Water International (LWI) Location: Country Office, Lusaka Reporting to : Finance Manager Living Water International (LWI) is a global Non-Governmental Organization that exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and experience “living water” (the gospel of Jesus Christ) which alone satisfies the deepest thirst. Living Water provides safe drinking water, Christian Witness, Sanitation and Hygiene Education to communities across Africa, Asia, Latin America & Carribbean. The following vacancy exists at Living Water International, in Lusaka. 1. FINANCE OFFICER (01) Reporting to: Finance Manager Purpose of the Position: To support the organization’s financial management functions by maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with financial policies and donor requirements, and supporting audits and statutory obligations. Key Responsibilities Ensure accurate keeping of accounting records by using the QuickBooks system to account for financial transactions for each grant. Coordinate and make timely payments for payment requests on the online banking platform. Ensure that payment requests submitted to Finance have all the necessary documents and approvals Make statutory payments such as NAPSA, PAYE, NHIMA timely so as to avoid the accrual of penalties for late payments Entering of bank, Petty Cash, salaries and other accrued transactions in the accounting software on a daily basis Ensure the safekeeping of all accounting documents, both soft and hard copies. Provide documentation for internal and external auditors when requested. Ensure that all documents are filed neatly and orderly Work with the Finance Manager on cash flow forecasts, budgets, audit schedules, and the preparation of the monthly financial reports and the closing checklist. Review invoices and provide account codes, when appropriate, for proper project accounting. Review all retired documents and liquidate retirements in the system. Ensure the timely retirement of advances by staff. Produce budget and expense analysis report for review and consolidation by the Finance Manager. Identify and recommend cost savings initiatives for program activities. Other related duties as assigned. Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance (AFIN) or equivalent accounting qualification. Candidates should demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development, including progress toward a recognized professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia, CPA, or equivalent. 3-5 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in the non-profit sector, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, including grant accounting. Must be a registered member of ZICA Demonstrated experience with Accounting ERP and financial management systems, with the ability to effectively process, analyze, and report financial transactions. Experience with QuickBooks is an added advantage. Competencies and Other Skills MUST be a committed Christian with a personal relationship with Christ Jesus. Knowledge of grants and regulations, typically acquired with three to five years of related experience. Capable of managing numerous simultaneous projects. Knowledge and demonstrated experience with MS Office package software applications with advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks. Ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial managers. Familiar with fundamentals of accounting. Strong analytical, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills as well as ability to multi-task are essential. Application Procedure Interested candidates should send their application letter with not more than four pages detailed updated Curriculum Vitae to: The Human Resources Manager Living Water International Plot 19, Warthog Road, Kabulonga, Lusaka Do not send copies of your qualifications at this stage. The position applied for should be included in the subject line of your email when sending in your application. Submit applications to or hand delivered to Living Water International Offices situated at Plot 19, Warthog Road, Kabulonga, Lusaka. The deadline for receipt of application letters is Monday, 27 th October, 2026 at 17:30 hours, Zambian time. Please Note LWI in Zambia is an equal opportunity employer, and therefore qualified females are encouraged
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🎯 Responsabilités Job Title: Finance Officer Job Location: Lusaka Company Name: People In Need Start date: Negotiable Application Close: 30 th October 2026 Position: Finance Officer Location: Lusaka Department: Operations Line Manager: Finance Manager Validity: from October 19, 2026 Position Summary The Finance Office
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