Accounts Assistant Barloworld Equipment Zambia Ltd

Barloworld Equipment provides total solutions in earthmoving equipment, materials handling and power systems and related equipment in 10 countries in Southern Africa. As the appointed Caterpillar dealer in the region, Barloworld Equipment supplies equipment, parts and service to customers in the mining, construction, handling, agricultural and energy industries.

Barloworld Equipment Zambia Limited is looking for a suitably qualified individual to fill the position below:

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (01) – LUSAKA

Applicants suitably qualified based on the requirements stated below are invited to apply for the position.

Job Purpose: Assist Accountants with preparing budgets and records, send invoices and ensure all transactions have been accounted for accurately and on time.

KEY OUTPUTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Matching supplier invoices to goods/services received and capturing invoice
• Reconcile invoices ready for payment on SAP to external supplier statement
• Prepare payment advice
• Filing of invoices/statements etc.
• Processing expense claims
• Disbursement and reconciliation of petty cash
• Receipt and deposit cash from customers
• Preparation and filing of VAT Return
• Preparation of Bank Reconciliation
• Preparation and posting of accruals

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Full grade G12 Certificate with 5 credits including maths and Englis
• Pursuing either ACCA Level 2, CIMA Managerial, ZICA Diploma or equivalent
• Must be a member of ZICA
• Some business and financial acumen
• Interpersonal, communication and cross-cultural skills
• Knowledge of MS Excel
• Working knowledge of SAP is an advantage

MINIMUM REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to detail
• Proficient Verbal and Written Communication Skills (English)
• Ability to actively listen
• Teamwork
• Problem solving skills