Accountant

VACANCIES

ACCOUNTANT –  1 POST

Applicants are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill a vacant position of ACCOUNTANT and CHEF tenable at Likhubula CCAP House at Mulanje which is an institution of CCAP Blantyre Synod.

ACCOUNTANT

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to the business in planning and performance measurement processes for the business units – through budget preparations and monthly periodic reporting
• Maintain general ledger, including preparing journal entries, coding invoices, accounts analysis and reconciliations, closing books monthly and setting up new accounts.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports, including balance sheet account analysis/reconciliations, income statement analysis, report on changes in financial position/budget variances.
• Maintain fixed assets register and other similar records
• Timely collection of debtor balances: Implementing credit policy through timely collection of debtors, resolving client queries and reporting thereon
• Preparation and submission of all Statutory and other Compliance forms and reports with government agencies e.g. TEVET Levy, VAT, PAYE, WHT, FBT etc.
• Assist external auditors at year-end including preparation of schedules, invoices, and explaining supporting materials and procedures.
• Preparing/analyzing specific business management tools for all depts.
• Any other duties may be assigned by management from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting
• At least 5 years’ experience in reporting and business performance analysis roles
• Strong account analysis/reconciliation background
• Technically a sound professional in Finances and Control
• Previous experience in SAGE or an Accounting Package is preferable
• Good Computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Attributes

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ready to go the extra mile
• Team player with good communication
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Leadership qualities
• Compliance and good governance orientated
• Ability to identify problems and implement a solution-based action plan
• Disciplined, pro-active and flexible.

RENUMERATION

Attractive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidate.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should submit application letters attaching authenticated copies of curriculum vitae with names and addresses of three traceable referees with their telephone numbers, as well as an attachment of reference letter from either a Minister or Church Elder of respective area not later than 28th January, 2025 to:

The Human Resource Manager

CCAP Blantyre Synod

P.O Box 413

Blantyre.

Or

Email: [email protected]