Accounts Assistant

Company: Zambia Institute of Secretaries (ZIS)

Position: Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Experience Level: Experienced

Posting Date: 29 September 2026

Closing Date: 13 October 2026 at 17:00 hours

About the Organisation

The Zambia Institute of Secretaries (ZIS) is a statutory professional body established under the Zambia Institute of Secretaries Act No. 19 of 2022 to register and regulate the secretarial profession in Zambia. ZIS invites applications from suitably qualified, competent and experienced Zambians for the position of Accounts Assistant.

Job Purpose

The Accounts Assistant will support the Finance function through transaction processing, accurate record-keeping, reconciliations and sound financial administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the processing and recording of financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting financial documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies where required.
• Support day-to-day financial administration and ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Use accounting software and Microsoft Excel to maintain and manage financial information.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance function and assist with meeting reporting deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Accounting or Finance or a related field from a recognised institution.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or progress towards ZICA/ACCA is an added advantage.
• Full Grade 12 Certificate with five ‘O’ Levels with credits or better.
• At least three (3) years’ relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial procedures, Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and accounting software.
• Membership of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• Strong numerical, analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated integrity, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.

Terms of Employment

The position will be offered on terms and conditions of service determined by the Zambia Institute of Secretaries.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for, a detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae, and copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.

Applications should be addressed and delivered to:

The President
Zambia Institute of Secretaries
P O Box 32102
Room 122, First Floor
Workers’ Compensation House
LUSAKA

Alternatively, email the application in ONE PDF form to zambiainstituteofsecretaries4@gmail.com or info@zis.org.zm.

Canvassing or solicitation in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Application deadline: 13 October 2026 at 17:00 hours. Late applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ZIS is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, transparent and merit-based recruitment. Applications will be considered objectively based on qualifications, competencies, experience and suitability for the position.

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