Overview

Are you detail-oriented, trustworthy, and passionate about financial management and accountability? We are seeking a qualified Accounts Officer to support effective financial operations and ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in all accounting processes.

Position: Accounts Officer

Location: Nkhotakota

Reporting To: Finance Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems
• Prepare payment vouchers, receipts, and manage petty cash
• Process invoices, payments, and bank transactions
• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow
• Support budget preparation and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with organisational financial policies and donor requirements
• Assist during audits and provide required financial documentation
• Manage statutory deductions and ensure timely remittances

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant accounting experience
• Knowledge of accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems
• Prepare payment vouchers, receipts, and manage petty cash
• Process invoices, payments, and bank transactions
• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow
• Support budget preparation and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with organisational financial policies and donor requirements
• Assist during audits and provide required financial documentation
• Manage statutory deductions and ensure timely remittances

• Knowledge of accounting software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant accounting experience