Country: Zambia
The Zambezi River Authority is seeking a highly motivated, suitably qualified, and experienced Zambian national to fill the position of Accounts Assistant – Accounts Payable (Internal) on a temporary basis for a period of five (5) months under the Finance Department, to be based at Head Office, Lusaka.
Job Purpose
To prepare payment vouchers, upload payments on the banking platform, maintain the internal payables ledger, and prepare cashflow reports.
Under the supervision of the Financial Accountant, the Accounts Assistant – Accounts Payable (Internal) will carry out the following key responsibilities:
- Receive and review fully approved staff travel expense claims, including advances and acquittals, for inclusion in cashflow planning.
- Compile weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cashflow forecasts and submit them for review by the superior.
- Process and post all staff travel-related payments accurately and promptly in the SAP ERP system.
- Monitor and review bank statements for failed staff-related payments and ensure proper receipting and posting of such transactions.
- Prepare aged internal payables reports and resolve long-outstanding claims.
- Reconcile staff travel expenses monthly, ensuring all travel advances are cleared and accounted for.
- Accrue and post all staff-related expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
- Prepare month-end schedules of employee payables to support the preparation of management accounts.
- Prepare year-end supporting schedules to aid financial reporting and the external audit process.
Qualifications & Experience
General Education:
- Five (5) O Levels with credits/Cs or better in English, Mathematics, and any Science subject.
Academic / Professional Qualification:
- ACCA/CIMA/CA Zambia Level Two or equivalent.
Experience:
- Two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of SAP ERP FICO is an added advantage.
Certifications:
- Member of a professional body, such as ZICA, PAAB, ICAZ, or its equivalent.
Other Key Competences
- Analytical
- Decision making
- Initiative
- Numerical skills
- Communication
- Quality orientation
Employment Type: Temporary Basis
Note:
In an effort to ensure that the Authority achieves one of its strategic goals regarding workplace gender equity and equality, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure
Written application letters, together with detailed CVs and certified photocopies of academic and professional certificates, should be forwarded to the Senior Manager Human Resource and Administration at:
Zambezi River Authority
Lusaka Office, Head Office
Kariba House
32 Cha Cha Cha Road
P.O. Box 30233
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
Closing Date: 10th October 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.