Accounts Assistant Micro Finance Zambia Limited

Designation: Accounts Assistant (1)
Reporting Line: Management Accountant
Business Unit: Finance Department
Location: Lusaka

Job Purpose: The role is responsible for the facilitation of smooth operations of MFZ through timely payments.

Key Outputs & Responsibilities:

• Ensuring payments, amounts, and records are correct.
• Recording and filing cash transactions.
• Enter financial transactions into internal databases.
• Submit payments to the bank on a timely basis after signatories have signed all bank instructions.
• Bank reconciliation.
• Processing expense requests for the accountant to approve.
• Processing transactions, issuing checks, and updating ledgers, budgets, etc.
• Ensure that all payments are filed appropriately.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Handling communications with clients and vendors via phone, email, and in-person.
• Assisting with audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies.
• Updating and maintaining procedural documentation.

Required Attributes:

• Exceptional time management and verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles.
• Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive.
• Commitment to working efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction accurately.
• Competent IT skills, particularly proficiency with spreadsheet software.
• Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors; handle sensitive, confidential information.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting & finance-related environment
• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field (certified by ZAQA)
• Must be a member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)
• Experience in the financial sector will be an added advantage