Accountant – Fixed Assets & Stores

Purpose of Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, fixed asset management, inventory control, compliance with accounting standards, and supporting effective financial management through accurate record-keeping and internal controls.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with IFRS and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage and maintain the Corporation's Fixed Asset Register, including asset acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
• Oversee inventory and stores records, stock reconciliations, and periodic stock counts.
• Facilitate internal and external audits through timely preparation of financial information and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and statutory obligations.
• Support budget preparation, financial analysis, and management reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and contribute to the automation and improvement of finance, asset, and inventory management systems.

Personal Attributes/ Skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Sound understanding of fixed asset and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and reconciliation skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Partial Accounting qualification such as CA Zambia, ACCA, ZICA, CIMA, or equivalent is a must.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience.
• Must be a registered member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).

Mode of application

Applications with detailed CVs and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications should be submitted through EMS in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
“ACCOUNTANT – FIXED ASSETS & STORES”

Addressed to:
The Director, Human Capital & Administration
Zambia Postal Services Corporation
PO BOX 71845
Corner of Cairo/Church Road
LUSAKA

Or email as a single PDF to: recruitments@zampost.com.zm (Use the subject line:
“ACCOUNTANT – FIXED ASSETS & STORES”