Accountant

Accountant (OMC) – Copperbelt

Brilliance Executive Management is seeking a qualified and experienced professional for an Accountant position based in Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia. This role is ideal for candidates interested in accountant jobs in Copperbelt who are eager to contribute to financial operations within a dynamic corporate environment.

Role Overview: Accountant Jobs in Copperbelt

The Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing and processing payments, providing essential accounting and administrative support. This position requires strong organizational, negotiation, and communication skills to effectively collect payments from corporate clients and maintain accurate financial records. The successful candidate will lead efforts in payment tracking, banking deposits, and generating comprehensive reports on company profits and losses.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update bookkeeping databases and spreadsheets to ensure accuracy.
• Communicate with clients to request payments and negotiate payment plans.
• Process and record all financial transactions promptly and accurately.
• Maintain detailed records of payments and account statuses.
• Collaborate with other departments to verify and complete accounting records.
• Work closely with the collections team to review accounts, credit histories, and improve repayment terms.
• Collect payments and accurately enter them into the accounting system.
• Prepare reports and balance sheets documenting overall profits and losses.
• Update client accounts with payment and contact information changes.
• Manage billing, collection, and reporting activities within set deadlines.
• Monitor accounts for late or missed payments and investigate discrepancies.
• Generate aging reports and ensure compliance with accounts receivable policies.
• Assist the Senior Accountant in developing recovery strategies and collection efforts.
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, invoice preparation, bill reminders, filing, and client communication.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High stress tolerance and a sense of urgency.
• Meticulous attention to detail and tenacity.
• Customer service orientation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of Grade Twelve Certificate.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance, or professional certification such as FULL CA Zambia, ACCA, or CIMA.
• At least 3 years of relevant finance experience.
• Experience in Oil Marketing, Transport, or Manufacturing sectors is advantageous.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and SAP accounting software.
• Knowledge of office administration, general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance.
• Membership in the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) is required.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are invited to submit their CV (in MS Word format) and a cover letter clearly stating salary expectations to jobs@bemconsult.com, with a copy to bemconsult8@gmail.com.

Please note that all applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. If you do not receive a response within 21 working days of your application, please consider your submission unsuccessful. Applicants are kindly requested not to send certificates at this stage.

Additional Information

• Company: Brilliance Executive Management
• Location: Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Category: Accountancy
• Application Email: jobs@bemconsult.com

How to Apply

Apply by emailing: jobs@bemconsult.com