Assistant Accountant – Financial Job at The Salvation Army


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  • Company: The Salvation Army
  • Location: Zambia
  • State: Zambia
  • Job type: Full-Time
  • Job category: Accounting Jobs in Zambia

MAIN PURPOSE: To assist in the preparation of financial transactions such as Taxation and other statutory deductions, bank reconciliation, projects accounting and provide any other reports as requested by supervisors

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain good relationship between the divisions and institutions and finance department
  • Preparing information for IHQ and external audits
  • Ensure the recording of financial transactions conducted over a period of time
  • Ensure financial records are balanced as part of the preparation for annual external audits
  • Produce reports which guide the financial decisions of TSA
  • Advice and recommend to TSA management issues related to revenue, investment, and expenses
  • Implement strategies effective for limiting tax liabilities and on the other hand ensure consistent tax filing
  • Analyze business operations, investments and liabilities to determine the financial status of TSA
  • Carry out surveys to identify accounting needs and implement strategies effective for improving operational efficiency
  • Compile and analyze data to prepare quarterly and annual statements for TSA
  • Develop and implement standards for effective record keeping and data management
  • Provide response to internal financial enquiries by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data
  • Ensure compliance with standard financial regulations and policies when carrying out job activities
  • Act as company tax agent and provide necessary information to the Senior Accountant on all Tax related matters before a tax authority
  • Preparing purchase/payment requisitions for VAT free purchases.
  • Preparing ZRA Returns (VAT)
  • Preparations of Journals
  • Preparing Cash Books
  • Financial monitoring of Micro Credit Project Funds in the field to ensure funds are used properly & according to guidelines.
  • Assistant accountant in Netsuite.
  • Any other duties as an assignment by leaders and supervisor

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures
  • Hands-on experience with accounting software
  • Advanced MS Excel skills including
  • Experience with general ledger functions
  • Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
  • Minimum of Licentiate level qualification, degree in accountancy
  • Relevant professional certifications e.g. ZICA, ACCA or CIMA equivalent is required.

 

Method of Application

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]

Closing Date: 24th March 2021.