The Healing Balm Foundation is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented and highly organised Finance Assistant to join its Finance Team in Livingstone, Zambia.

The successful candidate will provide financial and administrative support to ensure effective financial management, accurate reporting, compliance with financial policies and procedures, and the efficient implementation of organisational and programme activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Grade 12 Full Certificate, including English and Mathematics.
• A professional accounting qualification such as CA Zambia, ACCA or CIMA.
• Must be a registered member of ZICA.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in a finance or similar position.
• Excellent knowledge and practical application of IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards and accounting systems.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements and conduct financial reconciliations.
• Strong financial analysis, reporting and record-keeping skills.
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Finance Team in:

• Preparing accurate financial reports and maintaining proper financial records.
• Conducting monthly bank reconciliations.
• Supporting the preparation and monitoring of budgets against programme activities and administrative expenses.
• Processing requisitions and payments in accordance with approved procedures.
• Ensuring timely submission of statutory payments and other financial obligations.
• Analysing financial transactions by programme and donor.
• Maintaining effective financial systems, controls and filing systems.
• Maintaining the organisation's Fixed Assets Register.
• Supporting donor financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Ensuring adherence to financial policies, procedures and applicable accounting standards.
• Performing any other finance-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Key Competencies

The ideal candidate should be able to:

• Work effectively with minimum supervision.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, partners and donors.
• Demonstrate strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Work remotely when required.
• Work beyond normal working hours when necessary to meet critical deadlines.
• Handle sensitive financial information with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Location

Livingstone, Zimba, Kazungula, Kalomo, Zambia.

Candidates preferably from Livingstone are encouraged to apply.

Qualified women and Persons with Disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A Cover Letter outlining their suitability for the position.
• Three (3) traceable referees, including valid telephone numbers and email addresses.

Applications should be submitted via email to:

Email: thehealingbalmfoundation@gmail.com

CC: kkanene@gmail.com

Applicants may also submit hard copies of their applications at:

The Healing Balm Foundation
House #38, Gwembe Street, off Obote Avenue
Livingstone, Zambia

Women and Persons With Disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 29th September, 2026

If you have the qualifications, experience and commitment to contribute to sound financial management within a development-focused organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Visit: https://thehealingbalmfoundation.org/finance-assistante/

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