Assistant Accountant- Accountant Designate X 3: Prevail International Private Limited
Accounting & Finance Jobs
- Expires 01 May 2025
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position of
Assistant Accountant that has arisen at Prevail International Private Limited in the Finance
Department
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT – Accountant Designate X 3
Job Purpose:
Accountant is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance for the group
entities. This role ensures accurate and timely financial statements, supports group audits, and provides financial
insights to senior management. Accountant plays a key role in financial controls, process improvements, and
intercompany reconciliations.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Reporting & Consolidation:
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated group financial statements in compliance with
accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Manage the group consolidation process, ensuring accuracy and elimination of intercompany
transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of board reports and management accounts.
Compliance & Audit:
• Ensure compliance with statutory accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Maintain strong internal controls and recommend improvements.
Intercompany & Reconciliations:
• Oversee intercompany transactions, ensuring proper reconciliation and elimination.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations across group entities.
Process Improvement & Systems:
• Identify and implement process efficiencies in financial reporting and consolidation.
• Support the integration of new acquisitions into group reporting systems.
• Work closely with finance teams across subsidiaries to standardize reporting.
Tax & Treasury Support:
• Assist with group tax reporting, including VAT, corporate tax, and transfer pricing.
• Support treasury functions, including cash flow reporting and forecasting.
Ad-hoc Projects:
• Participate in financial due diligence for mergers & acquisitions.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes as required.
Qualifications and Experience
Person Specification: Group Accountant
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
• BCOM Accounting and working towards (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• 3+ years of post-qualification experience in group accounting, financial reporting, or audit.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and financial consolidation.
• Experience with ERP systems preferably ERPNext and advanced Excel skills.
• Previous exposure to intercompany reconciliations and multi-entity structures.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
• Experience in a group finance environment.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and treasury functions.
• Experience with process automation and financial systems improvements.
Key Competencies & Behaviours:
• Attention to detail – Ensures accuracy in financial reporting.
• Analytical mindset – Ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Strong communication – Works effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Problem-solving – Identifies issues and implements solutions.
• Team player – Collaborates with subsidiaries and central finance teams.
How to Apply
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application letters and curriculum vitae via
e-mail to humancapital@prevailgroup.com or hand deliver envelopes addressed to the Head-Human
Resources at number 3 Tyward Close, Ballantyne Park, Borrowdale, Harare.
Applications close on 1st May 2025
NB Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to
