Accountant (1)

The Furrer Foundation is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods of rural communities through health, education, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and capacity building. It works in partnership with the Government of Zambia, located in Rufunsa. We are recruiting an account to handle all Furrer Foundation financial projects. He or she will be reporting to the Director.

Manage the accounts of all Furrer Foundation projects, ensuring each project is accounted for separately and accurately. Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with applicable Zambian regulations. Maintain the general ledger and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded, coded, and supported by documentation. Prepare project budgets and forecasts, monitor expenditure against budget, and produce variance analysis reports for the Director. Prepare financial reports as required. Compute and ensure timely remittance of statutory obligations, including PAYE, VAT, Withholding Tax, NAPSA, NHIMA, and Workers’ Compensation contributions. Manage accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, petty cash, and cash flow monitoring across projects. Maintain the fixed asset register and conduct periodic asset verification. Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with Foundation financial policies and procedures. Coordinate with external auditors, prepare audit schedules, and follow up on audit recommendations. Perform any other duties assigned by management

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in accounting, preferably managing multiple projects within an NGO or donor-funded organization.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certifications: Full membership of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)
• Please note: All academic qualifications must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA

• Strong working knowledge of Zambian tax and statutory requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage, QuickBooks, Pastel, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, budgeting, and project/donor financial reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.