Financial Accountant

KANYAMA WATER TRUST JOB OPPORTUNITY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT 1. PURPOSE OF THE JOB To plan and implement the financial management and accounting functions of Kanyama Water Trust in line with applicable standards, laws, regulations and policies to enable Kanyama Water Trust achieve its objectives. 2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares annual draft budget that reflects Kanyama Water… Financial Accountant - Job Search Zambia Skip to content Home About Us Post a Job (Free) Career Guides Contact Us Job Search Zambia Search and apply for jobs in Zambia Navigation Menu Search for... Job Search Zambia Search and apply for jobs in Zambia Navigation Menu Home About Us Post a Job (Free) Career Guides Contact Us Home » Financial Accountant Financial Accountant Full Time Lusaka Posted 2 months ago Applications have closed Kanyama Water Trust KANYAMA WATER TRUST JOB OPPORTUNITY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT 1. PURPOSE OF THE JOB To plan and implement the financial management and accounting functions of Kanyama Water Trust in line with applicable standards, laws, regulations and policies to enable Kanyama Water Trust achieve its objectives. 2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares annual draft budget that reflects Kanyama Water Trust’s direction and objectives. Monitoring and controlling expenditure to ensure that funds are spent according to the budget. Prepares monthly/quarterly management accounts and submits to the Trust Manager by 15th after end of the month/quarter. Deposits all revenue collections daily, appropriately file cash collections declaration sheets, and deposit slips for accountability. Process payments and appropriately file fully signed payment vouchers for accountability. Prepares and files bank reconciliations to maintain accurate and complete cashbook records. In liaison with Human Resources verifies and validates all payroll input data including new employee engagements, separations and changes in emoluments and deductions. Prepares and processes the monthly payroll. Prepares monthly payroll statutory and other recoveries schedules for payment to respective payees including ZRA, NAPSA, NHIMA, Workers Compensation etc. Ensures instituted internal controls are effected and continuously strengthened. Performs any other duties as delegated by the Superior. 3. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Reports to: General Manager Grade 02 4. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS Education G12 School Certificate with minimum credit in English and Mathematics. Minimum, Bachelor in Business Accounting or Equivalent Professional Accounting qualification such as ZICA, CAZ, ACCA, CIMA. Paid up member with ZICA or relevant Accounting Body. ZAQA certified/verified academic qualifications. Experience 3 years’ experience in Finance role will be an added advantage. Experience in a Water Supply and Sanitation or Utility company will be an added advantage. Other Skills Required Good working knowledge of computer, mainly Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint etc.), knowledge of business accounting packages such as SAGE; adequate analytical skills and exemplary work ethics. Possesses business management skills and communicates effectively. Ability to forecast financial needs. Sober mind and pays attention to detail. Honest, tolerant, uses initiative and ability to work under pressure. Job demands high mental application such as Interpretation and Application; Budgeting, Planning and reporting; Risk Management and Analysis. 5. APPLY TO Interested candidates should apply to the address below not later than 21st August 2026 , clearly stating the position applied for. The application letter should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae and certified copies of academic qualifications together with a copy of the national registration card. Those who applied earlier need not reapply as their applications are still valid. Women, youths including persons living with disabilities who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply. Apply to: Human Resources Personnel Kanyama Water Trust Off Kalusha Bwalya Road, Near Kanyama Police Station Kanyama LUSAKA, ZAMBIA. Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Advertise in Zambia Copyright © Job Search Zambia