Accountant – General Ledger

Accountant General Ledger Jobs in Lusaka at MTN Zambia

MTN Zambia invites qualified professionals to join our dynamic team in Lusaka as an Accountant – General Ledger. We understand that fulfilling accountant general ledger jobs in Lusaka requires dedication, precision, and a commitment to financial integrity. At MTN, we foster a supportive environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is empowered to thrive and contribute meaningfully.

About MTN Zambia

At MTN Zambia, our values are the cornerstone of our culture and guide everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating an inspiring workplace that encourages creativity, innovation, and productivity. Our mission is to build a rewarding environment where employees can be authentic, excel professionally, and work towards a purpose greater than themselves. We actively partner with our employees, customers, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals and make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities for Accountant General Ledger Jobs in Lusaka

• Maintain the general ledger ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all financial records.
• Perform monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, addressing and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and monitor accruals, provisions, and prepayments, ensuring timely clearance of outstanding items.
• Manage daily transfer and posting of transactions from subsidiary systems to the general ledger, resolving exceptions efficiently.
• Conduct monthly trial balance reviews and variance analysis, correcting any mis-postings.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers, inventory valuations, and control accounts to the general ledger.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Produce and analyse cost centre operating expenditure (Opex) reports to facilitate accurate departmental reporting.
• Ensure compliance with MTN Finance policies, IFRS standards, and statutory requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and automation opportunities to increase efficiency and control.

Candidate Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate with at least 5 credits, including English and Mathematics.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a professional qualification such as ACCA or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial or general ledger accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and general accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience with general ledger reconciliations, trial balances, and month-end close processes.
• Experience in a telecommunications or highly regulated environment will be an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications via email to jobs.zm@mtn.com. Please ensure your cover letter addresses the following mandatory question for the Hiring Manager:

Which one of MTN Zambia’s five Live Y’ello Values resonates most with you and why? (Limit 250 words)

• Lead with Care
• Can-do with Integrity
• Collaborate with Agility
• Serve with Respect
• Act with Inclusion

Please note that hand-delivered or posted applications will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 27th April 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Additional Information

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www.mtn.zm/data-privacy-notice-job-applicants.