Accountant job at Zambia Academy of Sciences
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Vacancy title:
Accountant

[Type: , Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Zambia Academy of Sciences

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 8 2025

Duty Station:
Within Zambia, Lusaka, Southern Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

.0      THE ORGANIZATION

The Zambia Academy of Sciences (ZaAS) was established under Act No. 18 of 2020. The institution is mandated to provide independent and evidence-based scientific advice or opinion to the government, the private sector and the general public.

2.0       JOB PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Accountant shall be responsible for the management of financial matters, preparation of financial reports and disbursement of funds.

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 and international accounting standards;

v)    Any other duties as may be assigned.

4.0      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

5.0        RENUMERATION

The Zambia Academy of Sciences offers an attractive remuneration package for the position.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience: 5 years

Level of Education: Bachelor’s degree

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Interested candidates should electronically submit applications labelled “Accountant” 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  copy zaas@zaas.org.zm. Applications should be addressed to: The Executive Director, Zambia Academy of Sciences, 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

District: Lusaka

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Job Info
Job Category: Accounting/ Finance jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, April 8 2025
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 25-03-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 25-03-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 25-03-2066
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