Management Accountant

Job deadline

21 October 2016

 

Description

The University of Lusaka is inviting applications from suitably qualified people to fill the position of
Management Accountant. The overall purpose of this position is to prepare, develop and analyze key
financial information for the University.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all relevant monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc financial and management reports
• Participate in the process of preparing the budget
• Participates in evaluating the institution’s financial performance against budget
• Participate in the implementation of internal accounting systems, procedures and relevant internal controls to safeguard against fraud and inefficiency
• Participates in evaluating proposals for new business investment opportunities to ensure business ventures funds are deployed on projects which will yield the greatest return on investment
• Manage the debtors of the University
• Manage the University’s fixed assets register
• Provide leadership to subordinates to achieve the departmental and institutional objectives

Other Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Assertive and confident
• Very good organization and multitasking skills
• Team player and able to work under minimum supervision
• Able to handle conflicts

Qualifications

• Applicants should be in possession of a full Bachelor of Accountancy, full ACCA, full CIMA or full
  ZICA
• Three years experience in a similar capacity
• Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountancy

How to apply
Submit applications  and detailed CV to the addresses provided.
The Human Resource Officer
University of Lusaka,
Plot No. 37413,
Alick Nkhata Road, Mass Media,
PO Box 36711,
Lusaka.