Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, August 19 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
• Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and experienced Accountant- Accounts Payable Supervisor to join the versatile Commercial Services department.
• Reporting to the Senior Accountant, he/ she will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments while leading and developing a team of dedicated accounts payable professionals.

Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, vendor payments, expense report handling, and reconciliation, while adhering to established procedures and policies.
• Analyse and manage accounts payable aging reports, taking proactive steps to address overdue payments.
• Analyse and reconcile accounts prepayment, accrual and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Continuously assess and enhance accounts payable procedures to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and relevant laws in all accounts payable activities.
• Generate regular reports on accounts payable metrics, highlighting trends, variances, and potential areas for improvement.
• Ensure current and previous years Accounts Payable files are in a neat and tidy order and are stored in accordance with company policies.
• Prepare reports and performs other duties for the Finance Department as requested.
• Assist auditors when Accounts Payable information is required during audits.
• Lead a team of accounts payable officers, providing guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations to ensure the team meets departmental and company objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving any issues to ensure smooth payment processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments to ensure seamless integration of accounts payable activities.

Experience & Qualifications
• Grade 12 Certificate
• Minimum of Accounting Degree/ Full ACCA/ ZICA/ CIMA.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Accounting Supervisory role in a large sized organisation.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and ERP systems. Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams, vendors, and senior management.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace change and drive process improvements.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
• Barrick – Lumwana employees that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs through http://jobs.barrick.com/. 
• Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. Barrick offers equal employment opportunities to qualified men and women
• Women who meet the above qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
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