ACCOUNTANT

Accountant Opportunity at Falane Solutions Limited in Lusaka

Falane Solutions Limited is seeking a qualified professional to join our team as an Accountant in Lusaka, Zambia. This role is ideal for candidates interested in accountant jobs in Lusaka who possess strong technical skills in taxation and accounting and are committed to ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Position Overview for Accountant Jobs in Lusaka

The Accountant will provide essential administrative and technical support by maintaining accurate tax records, preparing schedules and reconciliations, processing tax-related documentation, and assisting with the preparation and submission of statutory tax returns. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the company meets all statutory obligations within prescribed deadlines and complies fully with applicable tax legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare schedules supporting VAT and PAYE compliance.
• Manage petty cash accurately and efficiently.
• Compile and reconcile tax data from the accounting system prior to submission.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of tax-related transactions recorded in the accounting system.
• Assist in preparation, computation, reconciliation, and submission of industry-specific statutory returns.
• Reconcile tax accounts with the general ledger, including statutory receivables and payables.
• Monitor tax payment due dates and maintain a tax compliance calendar.
• Prepare payment schedules for taxes and statutory levies and submit for approval.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing of tax returns, statutory returns, payment receipts, tax assessments, and correspondence.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation required during tax audits, regulatory inspections, assessments, reconciliations, and compliance reviews.
• Assist in gathering documentation for tax objections, appeals, reconciliations, and regulatory correspondence.
• Ensure all invoices and supporting documents comply with statutory tax requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of Smart Invoicing transactions and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain documents required for tax compliance and statutory reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality of all tax, statutory, and financial information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Managing Director or Country Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualification as a ZICA Technician, Diploma in Accountancy, Taxation, or a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or related field.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in accounting, taxation, or finance is advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills

• Basic understanding of Zambia tax laws and statutory requirements.
• Familiarity with VAT and PAYE regulations.
• Knowledge of Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) online systems is a plus.
• Experience with Smart Invoicing processes is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet statutory deadlines.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Team-oriented mindset.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who are seeking accountant jobs in Lusaka and meet the above criteria are invited to submit their CVs via email to jobs@falanesolutions.com.

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