Accountant

Zambia Academy of Science
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT β ACCOUNTANT
THE ORGANIZATION
The Zambia Academy of Sciences (ZaAS) was established under Act No. 18 of 2020. Th institution is mandated to provide independent and evidence based scientific advice c opinion to the government, the private sector and the general public.
JOB PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Accountant shall be responsible for th management of financial matters, preparation of financial reports and disbursement of fund
3.0 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key responsibilities will include:
i) Preparation of annual, quarterly and monthly work plans and budgets;
ii) Effective and diligent monitoring of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets:
iii) Maintenance of books of accounts:
iv) Timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with national andinternational accounting standards:
v) Any other duties as may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The required knowledge and skills of the candidate include:
i) Minimum of a Degree in Accountancy or its Equivalent;
ii) Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants.
iii) Minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience:
iv) Excellent knowledge of accounting packages
RENUMERATION
The Zambia Academy of Sciences offers an attractive remuneration package for the position.
APPLICATION FORMAT
Interested candidates should electronically submit applications labelled βAccountantβ with a one-page cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional qualifications and contact details (Email or Physical addresses and telephone numbers) for three (03) referees to zaasfinance@gmail.com copy zaas@zaas.org.zm.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Zambia Academy of Science,
C/o National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (NISIR),
Off Airport Road,
P.O Box 310158,
LUSAKA.
The closing date for receipt of the applications is 8 April 2025
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