Job Description
Reporting To: Chief Finance Officer / Chief Executive Officer
Location: Zimbabwe
Role Summary
The Accountant will manage core accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, statutory compliance, payroll processing, and financial controls across branches and head office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Maintain the general ledger and process journal entries.
Maintain the chart of accounts and accounting systems.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Reconcile bank statements, ledger accounts, and loan accounts.
Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
Process payroll and ensure timely remittance of statutory obligations.
Manage statutory deductions and tax returns including PAYE and VAT.
Verify and authorise supporting documentation for payments and petty cash.
Monitor and reconcile inter-branch and inter-departmental accounts.
Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data within LMS and Pastel systems.
Assist in audit preparation and annual financial statement compilation.
Monitor supplier payments and ageing accounts.
Review entries processed by Accounts Clerks and approve batch transactions.
Monitor petty cash accountability across branches and head office.
Prepare cash flow forecasts and coordinate branch funding requirements.
Recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
ACCA, CIMA, CIS, or equivalent professional qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 3–5 years’ accounting experience, preferably within financial services or microfinance.
Proficiency in Pastel, Excel, and Loan Management Systems.
Strong reporting, reconciliation, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
Application letter
Detailed CV
Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
Applications should be sent to:
seniorplacementhr@gmail.com
NB: ALL APPLICATIONS TO BE SENT ON OR BEFORE 24 MAY 2026.
SPECIFY THE POSITION BEING APPLIED FOR IN THE SUBJECT HEADLINE.
